Cleaner- Hopetoun

Do you have excellent attention to detail and a positive can-do attitude? Are you interested in making a positive difference in your community?

The Shire of Ravensthorpe is seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our Infrastructure Services Team in a part-time cleaning position based in Hopetoun. This role offers 12.5 hours per week (days to be confirmed).

The primary responsibility of this position is the cleaning and maintenance of campground facilities throughout the Shire, including Mason Bay, Starvation Bay, Hamersley Inlet, Lee Creek, 2 Mile, and 12 Mile campgrounds. In addition to campground cleaning, the successful applicant may also be required to assist with other cleaning duties across various Shire facilities as needed. Duties will include, but are not limited to, vacuuming, dusting and mopping, cleaning toilets and kitchen areas, emptying bins, and maintaining the general cleanliness of facilities.

The successful applicant will demonstrate strong attention to detail and be well organised, honest, reliable and punctual. Full training and ongoing support will be provided to ensure you are well equipped for the role.

Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Ted Kilbey, Works Supervisor by calling  to further discuss the opportunities and requirements for this position.

Applicants must have or be willing to successfully obtain:

• Pre-employment medical including hearing, musculoskeletal and drug and alcohol testing.
• National police clearance (no more than 3 months old).
• Current WA C class Drivers Licence.

This is a Level 3 role offering a total remuneration package starting from $73,700 per annum (pro rata). The final salary will be determined in accordance with the Ravensthorpe Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2023 and will reflect the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.

There are lots of benefits to taking up a role with the Shire of Ravensthorpe -

• A competitive, Enterprise Bargaining Agreement-based salary with annual increments
• Flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times.
• 12% superannuation
• Additional 5% superannuation with co contributions
• $114 per week pro rata allowance for full and part time employees residing within the Shire, to assist with the living costs associated with living in an isolated area
• Two additional days of leave per year (Local Government Holidays) for all full and part time Employees
• Access to salary packaging arrangements
• Pro rata 5 weeks Annual Leave plus 2 additional Local Government Days for Full Time and Part Time employees
• Free Gym and Pool season pass for all full and part time employees
• Free Annual Flu shot

The Shire of Ravensthorpe encompasses the settlements of Ravensthorpe, Hopetoun, Jerdacuttup, Munglinup and Fitzgerald, and is located within the picturesque Fitzgerald Biosphere Coast region. Located five hours south east of Perth, two hours west of Esperance and three hours east of Albany, the Shire of Ravensthorpe is nestled amongst the spectacular Fitzgerald River National Park, the Ravensthorpe Range and stunning coastline.

A beautiful and family friendly place to settle that offers a healthy lifestyle, the Shire of Ravensthorpe is made up of strong communities, with locals who are passionate about agriculture, art, wildflowers, history, the environment, sport, fishing and recreation. The primary industries include mining, farming and tourism.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:

• A current resume outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A covering letter outlining your suitable experience for the position and why you are interested in this field of work.
• The contact details of two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your application. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current Supervisor or Manager.

Applications can be emailed to recruitment.gov.au or posted to PO Box 43, Ravensthorpe WA 6346 addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Ravensthorpe and marked Confidential – Cleaner no later than 4pm Monday 16 March, 2026.
Please Note:
suitable applicants may be shortlisted and interviewed
prior to the closing date, and the position may be filled before this date. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

The Shire of Ravensthorpe is a family friendly and equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equality and diversity. We value the unique diversity that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women and youth bring to our workforce.

We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.