Why this role matters

At The Salvation Army Bendigo Church (Corps), the environment we provide directly supports the dignity, safety and wellbeing of the individuals and families who access our services. Maintaining clean, hygienic and welcoming spaces ensures our community programs, worship services and daily operations can continue to support people when they need it most.

About the role

As a Cleaner, this is your opportunity to play a vital behind the scenes role supporting the Church by ensuring all facilities are clean, safe and well maintained. You will contribute to a positive environment across multiple sites including community services, worship spaces and shared facilities used by staff, volunteers and the broader community.

Reporting to the Corps Officers, this permanent part-time role is based onsite in Bendigo, Victoria, and works 18 hours per week across Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (4.5 hours per day). Please note that Fridays are split between our Eaglehawk (3 hours) and Bendigo (1.5 hours) locations.

How you will make an impact

You will make a meaningful difference by:

• Ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of bathrooms, offices, common areas, vehicles and surrounding outdoor areas

• Following the Bendigo site cleaning schedule and completing all assigned cleaning tasks

• Safely handling, storing and using chemicals in line with MSDS and WHS requirements

• Ensuring cleaning supplies, containers and dispensers are replenished and fully functional

• Supporting a safe and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers and clients

What you will bring

You will ideally bring:

• Relevant experience and/or qualifications in commercial or facility cleaning
• Knowledge of cleaning materials, methods and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
• The ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team
• Physical capacity to safely undertake cleaning duties
• Strong reliability, integrity and a proactive approach to workplace health and safety
• A willingness to complete required compliance training
• Driver's license

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employees a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits, including:

• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with the Miscellaneous Award, Level 2,

How to apply

If you’re reliable, take pride in your work and want to contribute to a meaningful cause, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience.

Together, we can create welcoming spaces that support positive change across the Bendigo community.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration