Housekeeping Attendant and Handyperson– Newman College
East Melbourne
Housekeeping Attendant / Handyperson – Newman College
- 📍 Location: Newman College, Parkville
- 🕒 Hours: 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm)
- 🧰 Role: Housekeeping and general maintenance support
- Eligibility: Applicants must have Australian Permanent Residency or Citizenship
We are currently seeking a Permanent Part-Time Housekeeping Attendant / Handyperson to join our team. This versatile role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their workday and takes pride in maintaining clean and functional spaces. The position focuses on the daily cleaning of student rooms and shared common areas, while also providing support to the maintenance supervisor with general upkeep and repair tasks.
About Newman College
Newman College is a co-educational residential College affiliated with the University of Melbourne. Accommodating undergraduate and graduate students from metropolitan and regional Victoria, interstate and overseas (approximately 280). The College’s fundamental purpose is to foster the intellectual, ethical and spiritual life of its members, to enable them to become effective leaders in the community, mature in faith and committed to justice.
Housekeeping Attendant / Handyperson:
- Cleaning student rooms – vacuuming, dusting, and wiping down surfaces
- Cleaning bathrooms – sanitising, mopping floors, cleaning fans, and replenishing soap and paper towels
- Cleaning flats – including deep cleaning of bathrooms
- Mopping halls and stairwells
- Emptying rubbish bins and transferring waste to the main collection point
- Reporting any college equipment or bikes found in rooms (bikes must be stored in the bike shed)
- Setting up and servicing rooms for conferences and events
- Moving furniture for student rooms, luncheons, and functions
- Assisting with venue setups – e.g., arranging chairs in lecture rooms
About You
- You are available to work across a 5-day roster.
- You have previous experience in cleaning or hospitality (highly desirable).
- You have a strong understanding of basic hygiene requirements and safe working procedures.
- You are reliable, punctual, and proactive in your work ethic and are committed to delivering exceptional service.
- You possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- You are capable of lifting heavy items (e.g. furniture) and have experience in general home maintenance and repairs (for the part-time role).
- You hold a valid Police Check and Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain)
Why Work for Newman College?
- You will have the opportunity to become a part of our energetic and supportive team of people.
- Work in a beautiful, heritage-listed property located next to the University of Melbourne.
- Enjoy the convenience of free, secure onsite parking, with public transport just steps away.
How to apply
If you meet the requirements of one of these positions and are interested in joining the team at Newman College, we would love to hear from you! All applications must include a cover letter and a resume.
Any questions can be addressed by the Housekeeping Supervisor via email Mai Le mle@newman.unimelb.edu.au
Employment is subject to satisfactory background checks which include a Police Check, Working with Children Check and Reference Checks. To be successful in this role you must hold valid working rights in Australia.