Housekeeping Manager

(Previous applicants need not apply)

 
Wesley Mission Queensland is searching for a Housekeeping Manager to manage its Housekeeping services for our 400 room aged care facility located at Sinnamon Park. The Housekeeping Manager along with a team of cleaning staff will be responsible for the general cleaning, upkeep and presentation of our aged care home at Sinnamon Village which includes 400 resident rooms and ensuites, public areas, function rooms, back of house areas, staff rooms, administration offices and public entrance areas to a high standard. You would be expected to build a team that is committed to providing excellent customer service for our residents and families while working alongside local Facility Managers in maintaining cleaning standards within expected infection control guidelines to provide a clean and safe environment.

Responsibilities and duties:

·         You will be responsible for training and building a high performing team. 

·         You will be required to inspect and ensure that all facilities including resident rooms and public areas are serviced and cleanliness maintained to a exceptional standard at all times

·         Ensure sufficient and effective staffing levels are maintained for maximum efficiency and productivity working within budget guidelines.

·         To create a roster for all staff, liaising with Facility Managers regarding special cleaning requirements.

·         Outline necessary policies and procedures according to required standards and schedule for all staff.

·         To prepare productivity reports on a weekly basis, with commitment to work within allocated budgets.

·         Ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained while managing the purchase and availability of resources for cleaning and undertaking regular stock takes

·         Liaise with suppliers on product

·         To ensure compliance with Workplace Health and Safety procedures within the department

·         To ensure that quality procedures are followed and quality standards are maintained at all times.

·         Maintain infection control procedures

To be successful in this role you will have:

·         A minimum of 3 years' experience as a Housekeeping Manager or Executive Housekeeper

·         Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with teams and stakeholders

·         High standard of cleaning procedures and attention to detail

·         High level communication and customer service skills

·         Strong understanding of rostering, productivity and budgeting

·         Strong understanding of Work Health and Safety compliance

·         Demonstrated understanding of Hospitality Industry (General) compliance standards

·         Commitment to continuous quality improvement

·         Ability to work well under pressure

Essential:

·      Must undertake relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ policy prior to appointment.

Applications must address the 'Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirement' for this role (contained within the attached position description) and are to be submitted online at www.wmq.org.au by 4pm, Friday, 24th August 2018. 

Wesley Mission Queensland's Vision is a compassionate, just and inclusive society for all.  We are committed to EEO, OH&S, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity.  We are a preferred employer for older workers.  Successful applicants are expected to abide by the WMQ Code of Conduct.  Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken on recommended applicant.  To view our Privacy Policy, please click here.  Salary Packaging is available to permanent Staff to enhance remuneration.