Cleaner

About the opportunity

Council currently have an opportunity available for an experienced and dedicated cleaner to provide high quality cleaning services to Cessnock City Council facilities, including buildings, public toilets, bus shelters and BBQ areas. 

This is a casual position with various shifts between Monday to Sunday, in accordance with an 8 week rotating shift roster.  You will work 8 to 11 hours per shift, with start times varying but you must be available to work between 4.30am and 12.00am.

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration:

$36.75 - $41.25 per hour including casual loading, plus superannuation

Benefits:

• Casual position
• 12% superannuation 
• Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members 
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley! 

How to Apply:

Please complete the application form below and provide detailed responses to the questions which relate to the essential and desirable criteria within the role description, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter. Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening:

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council may also complete a range of other pre-employment checks, such as references (X-Ref), employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us:

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 27 November 2025 at 11:30pm

Who to contact: Brett Wyborn, Building Projects Coordinator on (02) 4993 4348

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.