The Team
The George Town Hospital is approximately 50km north of Launceston. The George Town Hospital team works closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.. George Town Hospital is a culturally diverse team that takes pride in providing quality care for its patients.
The Role
- Assist in the cleaning of allocated areas in compliance with Australian Safety and Quality Health Care Standards (ASQHCS), Agency policies and other established standards and protocols.
- Carry out and assist in food preparation and cleaning within the kitchen area, maintaining a high standard of hygiene in compliance with ASQHCS, Agency policies and other established standards and protocols.
You will need
- Clean and maintain all areas of the Hospital and Community Centre, including floors, bathrooms, toilets, offices, consulting rooms, patient areas and all common areas, by dusting, vacuuming, washing, scrubbing and spot cleaning as required.
- Collect and remove domestic waste to appropriate areas.
- Monitor and report to the Hotel Services Coordinator on the condition of equipment and appliances, including but not limited to fridges and microwaves.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment
- Permanent, part time, shift worker position, working 49 hours per fortnight, commencing 21 November 2026.
*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary
$59,668 to $65,185 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025
Salary Packaging
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Victoria Whitfield
Position: Hotel Services Coordinator
Phone number: (03) 6702 6020
Email address: vicki.whitfield1@ths.tas.gov.au
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