About RSPCA Queensland
For nearly 140 years, RSPCA Queensland has been a leading animal welfare charity, dedicated to improving the lives of animals – whether domestic, farmed, or native. We care for over 42,000 animals annually, relying on the generosity of animal lovers like you to fund 91% of our life-changing services.
Our Purpose: We exist for animals to live better lives.
About the Role
As a Cleaner with RSPCA Queensland, you’ll play an essential role in maintaining a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment for our staff, volunteers, visitors and animals. You’ll carry out daily cleaning duties with care and consistency, ensuring all areas meet our high standards of hygiene, safety, and infection control. From general cleaning tasks to the correct use of chemicals and equipment, your work helps create a healthy workplace and directly supports the wellbeing of the animals in our care.
What We’re Looking For
You’re someone who takes pride in creating clean, safe and well-presented spaces. You follow established cleaning practices, work routines and procedures, and you’re confident using a range of cleaning equipment such as vacuums, carpet cleaners, high pressure washers and chemicals. You understand the importance of infection control and handle all items with care and adherence to safety standards.
You bring reliability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to workplace health and safety. You’re comfortable completing physical tasks such as lifting up to 10kg, restocking supplies, managing laundry duties, and reporting equipment issues promptly. You’re organised, keep accurate time records, and communicate effectively with your team and supervisor.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will:
- Maintain a high level of hygiene standards
- Complete all tasks as allocated on duty list
- Ensure that chemicals and equipment are utilised correctly and safely
- Ensure all chemicals are secured as per policy
- Ensure infectious items are handled, washed, and dried in accordance with procedure
- Report any malfunctions of equipment
- Contribute to the Workplace Health and Safety goals of the organisation by reviewing work practices and procedures
What You’ll Bring to the Role
- Previous proven experience in a similar role
- Ability to work autonomously and prioritise task lists
- Certificate III in Cleaning Operations or other relevant tertiary qualification desirable
- In-depth understanding of WHS, chemical handling, and disease control regulations
- Ability to perform physical duties including manual handling, and an ability to handle a minimum weight of 10 kilos.
Why Join Us?
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A Fun, Supportive Team: Join a passionate, collaborative national team that celebrates wins, supports growth and genuinely enjoys working together.
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Comprehensive Support: Enjoy 8 weeks of paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements, study leave, and even leave for your furry companions. We also provide access to counselling and mental health services.
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Employee Perks: From free on-site parking to exclusive discounts, novated leases, and 50% off Royal Canin pet food, we’ve got you covered! You can also adopt a new furry friend with free adoption options.
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Professional Growth: Access expansive learning and development programs to help you elevate your career and skill set.
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Purpose-Driven Impact: Be part of a mission-driven organisation where every task makes a tangible difference to animal welfare.
At RSPCA Qld, we encourage you to grow your skills, expand your responsibilities, and explore different career pathways. By enhancing your qualifications and capabilities, you can take advantage of internal opportunities across our many departments – from animal care to operations, outreach, and more.
Interested?
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply today!
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a Police Check for the safety and well-being of the community, staff, and animals. A pre-employment medical assessment may also be required.
RSPCA Queensland acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds, regardless of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
