Environmental Services Attendant - Casual at theroyalch

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 May, 26

Salary

32.18

Posted On

09 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Infection Control, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Hospital Experience, Adaptability, Teamwork, Conflict Resolution, Relationship Building, Physical Fitness

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The Hospital: The Royal Children’s Hospital’s (RCH) Vision is “A world where all kids thrive”. RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children’s Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation. RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas. The Hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds. Annually, the RCH has 300,000+ Specialist Clinic appointments, 90,000+ Emergency Department presentations and 20,000 elective surgeries. The RCH is committed to the Child Safe Standards. RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. For further Information on RCH is available here.Environmental Services Attendant Casual position at $32.18 per hour Rosters 6-weeks in advance Training provided Opportunity for ongoing employment The Opportunity An entry level opportunity to join Australia's leading peadiatric health service provider! As an Environmental Service Attendant, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean and safe environment across both clinical and non-clinical areas of the hospital. Reporting to the Environmental Services Supervisor, you will ensure that your practices adhere to Infection Control guidelines and the Cleaning Standards for Victorian Health Facilities. Please note, this position is casual in nature. As rosters are provided in 6-weeks in advance, your first few weeks of employment will consist of staggered shifts. Your skills and experience Knowledge of infection controls principles and procedures Well-developed communication skills (verbal and written). Proven interpersonal skills. Previous experience in a hospital setting desirable Ability to adapt to a multifunctional and diverse environment. Willingness to undertake required training. Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to resolve conflict in a professionally. Capability to build and maintain good working relationships with a diverse team. Physically fit for manual work. As the hospital operates 24 hours per day, 7 days a week, flexibility to work across morning, afternoon, evening and weekend shifts is required. If this sounds like you, click here to view the position description. What we offer: Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay! Employee Assistance Program Acces to up to 50% off health, wellness and gyms after 3 months of continued service - offered through Fitness Passport Staff Wellbeing Hub Staff immunisation Early Learning Centre childcare Parkville location and close to public transport Discounted on-site car parking Retail and food outlets, including a convenience store Culture of continuous improvement Retail discounts & more! Other requirements: Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain Valid Working with Children Check Compliance with RCHs “Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases” procedure Application process To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, we encourage you to apply promptly! For more information about this position please contact Saron Mogese, Coordinator Ph:03 9345 4176 Email: saron.mogese@rch.org.auWhy work at the RCH? RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city. We also offer discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program. The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability. It is a requirement of your employment that you be vaccinated against Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children’s Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information. It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children’s Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption, and offers of employment are conditional on successful completion of background checks including reference checks. Are you ready to join our team? Apply online by clicking on the “Apply” button Applications close 23 February 2026

Responsibilities

As an Environmental Services Attendant, you will maintain a clean and safe environment across clinical and non-clinical areas of the hospital. You will ensure adherence to Infection Control guidelines and Cleaning Standards for Victorian Health Facilities.