Careers
Join our team and be part of something bigger.
At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are redefining cancer care with a singular focus – to transform the lives of people affected by cancer. Central to this is our mission, to minimise the burden of cancer by providing integrated expert care, delivered with compassion, and founded on research, innovation, education and training.
Environmental Services Assistant
- 492463
- Non-Clinical
- Part time
- Closing on: Mar 3 2026
Join one of Australia’s leading comprehensive cancer centres and help shape the future of specialist cancer care.
Why Chris O’Brien Lifehouse?
Located in Camperdown, with excellent access to public transport, Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is a Not for Profit, world-class cancer hospital integrating treatment, research, education, and emotional support under one roof. With 149 inpatient beds, 12 operating theatres, 22 ICU-level beds, day therapy and radiotherapy services, we offer advanced technologies in a purpose-built facility designed to support patients and staff alike.
The Opportunity
The successful candidates will become involved in many areas of the hospital with the overall aim of maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness throughout the building. Whilst we do prefer you are flexible to work a 7 day rotating roster, we can offer some flexiblity to suit your busy schedule. We currently have the following shifts available:
- Wards - Discharges AM - Monday to Friday - 12.00 noon to 4.00 pm (4 hours per day)
- Wards - PM Support: Monday to Friday - 4.00 pm to 8.00 pm
- Common areas - Monday to Friday - 11.00 am to 3.00 pm
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Provide a high standard of housekeeping services
- Operate in line with infection control standards and WHS policy & procedures
- Deliver excellent customer service to staff, clients, and patients
- Provide flexibility to work early or late shifts and weekend work
- A commitment to the roster and to the highest standards of customer service and cleanliness.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary packaging options through our provider Smart – take home more of your earnings
- Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport (for you and your family)
- A values-led, inclusive workplace where diversity is respected and supported
What is required?
- Demonstrated experience in Hospital/Hotel housekeeping
- Time management skills
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Attention to detail
- Works well independently and within a team
- Available to work across 7 days rotating roster
- Capacity to show empathy to our patients
- Australian working rights – sponsorship is not available for this position
- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- National Police Check (within the last 6 months or willingness to obtain)
- Compliance with Category A immunisation requirements
A Workplace That Welcomes Everyone
At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our team and actively support, staff from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ communities, Indigenous staff, people living with disabilities, and people of all ages and faiths.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you meet the criteria and share our commitment to compassionate, expert cancer care, we encourage you to apply and become part of our Chris O’Brien Lifehouse community. Please state your preferred shift on the application form and tell us in your cover letter your motivation for applying for this position. We look forward to reviewing your application.
