Mental Health Environmental Services Assistant

In this role, you'll be an essential part of our Mental Health Unit Environmental Services team, helping maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment across our state-of-the-art 102-bed public Mental Health Unit. Working alongside a supportive team of 23 dedicated staff, you'll contribute to the delivery of high-quality environmental services while demonstrating empathy, patience and professionalism in a specialist healthcare setting.

• Clean and maintain patient wards, bedrooms, bathrooms and support areas to the highest standards
• Perform vacuuming, mopping and general housekeeping duties across the Mental Health Unit
• Remove rubbish and waste safely and efficiently in accordance with hospital procedures
• Operate floor cleaning machinery and equipment (full training provided)
• Follow Infection Control, Workplace Health and Safety and environmental services protocols at all times
• Work collaboratively within teams of two or three staff members to achieve daily cleaning objectives
• Communicate effectively with team members, patients and hospital staff in a respectful and professional manner
• Maintain a positive, patient and compassionate approach when working within a mental health environment
• Identify and report maintenance issues, hazards or concerns to supervisory staff
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity and professionalism while consistently delivering high-quality cleaning services

Remuneration: As per the current enterprise bargaining agreement. (On offer is base hourly rate ranging from $28.71 + superannuation exclusive of penalties or allowances.

About You:

• Previous housekeeping, cleaning or environmental services experience is desirable
• Available to work the required shift patterns of 0800–1600 and 1100–1900
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Demonstrated honesty, integrity and strong workplace ethics
• Positive attitude with an even-tempered and professional approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathetic, patient and compassionate in interactions with others
• Basic understanding of Infection Control principles
• Reliable, friendly and conscientious with a strong commitment to quality service

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

Additional Information

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

Apply:

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today! All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 6 July 2026

Reference number: JR113575