Houseperson

Houseperson


Company
Accor
Location
Mascot, New South Wales, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
34 days ago
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Job Description
Company DescriptionJoin us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.Hospitality is a work of heart,Join us and become a Heartist®.Job DescriptionYou are at the heart of the hotel! As Houseperson, you will take ownership of Public areas, ensuring that our guests are provided with a clean, comfortable space, and be a part of creating a memorable experience for them.To carry out allocated cleaning duties, achieving established standards of cleanliness and presentation to meet guests expectations in regard to the cleanliness of the non room areas and standards for back of house areas.What You Will Be DoingClean all back of house areas with the exception of the kitchen and stores.Cleaning of public areas including the lobby, restaurant and conference spaces.Clean and maintain locker rooms, staff and public washrooms / toilets.Carry out programmed / regular cleaning duties as allocated.Use and clean equipment with care, reporting any defective equipment as set down in procedures manual.Ensure all department equipment is maintained to a high standard.Assist with regular equipment stocktaking.Ensure the security of keys and public / back of house areas at all times by adherence to security procedures. Report any suspicious persons or items to Supervisor.Understand the correct usage and storage of cleaning agents in line with health and safety regulations and manufacturer’s instructions.Assist the Housekeeping team through the delivery of all hotel linen, chemicals, laundry, deliveries and heavy/lifting work.QualificationsYour experience and skills include:Warm and caring personality; previous housekeeping experience is an assetAbility to anticipate and focus attention on guest needs, being professional and welcomingExcellent organizational skills and time managementAdditional InformationOur Commitment To Diversity & InclusionWe are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

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Q What is the minimum wage for Cleaning Staff Jobs in Australia in 2026?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, the minimum wage for cleaning staff under the Cleaning Services Award is AU$25.75 per hour as of 1 July 2026, with casual loading at 25% bringing it to AU$32.19 per hour. Overtime rates apply after 38 hours per week at 1.5 times the base rate for the first three hours. Penalty rates of 150% apply for work on Sundays.
Q What visa do international applicants need for Cleaning Staff Jobs in Australia in 2026?
As per the Department of Home Affairs, international applicants require a Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) or Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) to work in cleaning roles, with the 482 visa needing employer sponsorship and a skills assessment. The visa application fee is AU$1,455 for the main applicant as of 2026, and applicants must have at least two years of relevant experience. Processing takes 30 to 90 days.
Q What experience and qualifications are required for Cleaning Staff Jobs in Australia?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, no formal education is required for cleaning staff roles, but applicants need at least six months of paid cleaning experience verified by references or payslips. A Certificate II in Cleaning Operations is preferred by 60% of employers but not mandatory. Police checks are required for roles in aged care or schools.
Q What documents are needed to apply for Cleaning Staff Jobs in Australia?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, applicants must provide a resume, two work references covering the last 12 months, proof of right to work such as a passport or visa grant notice, and a current police check certificate issued within the last three months. Tax file number application is required before the first shift.
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