We’re seeking an experienced and proactive Leading Hand Cleaner to join our ESS business. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll support the daily cleaning operations while guiding a small team to maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety and service across the base. 

Role Location:

• RAAF Base Townsville

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Leading and coordinating day-to-day cleaning activities across accommodation, offices and common areas 

• Providing hands-on cleaning support while monitoring quality, safety and service standards. 

• Ensuring equipment, chemicals and storage areas are maintained and compliant.

• Coaching and supporting team members to meet daily schedules and site expectations. 

• Liaising with supervisors, contractors and Defence stakeholders when required. 

• Upholding site-specific hygiene, security, and safety procedures. 

What we’re looking for: 

• Previous experience in cleaning, housekeeping or facilities services (leadership experience highly regarded) 

• Strong communication skills with the ability to guide and motivate a team 

• A commitment to safety, compliance, and delivering high service standards. 

• Reliability, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. 

• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends if required. 

• Ability to obtain and maintain National Police Check and Defence clearance. 

• Australian Citizenship is mandatory for this role. 

Why join us? 

• Play a key leadership role supporting the Australian Defence Force. 

• Stable, ongoing employment with a global leader in facilities and hospitality services. 

• Supportive team culture with strong safety and development frameworks. 

• Access to training pathways and career progression across Compass Group. 

ESS delivers the best hospitality and support services to remote and Defence sites across Australia. From mess halls to accommodation and recreation facilities, our teams keep Defence communities running smoothly every day.  

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, please reach out to us on either 1300TALENT or email careers@compass-group.com.au.    

Our people’s unique backgrounds, experience, and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve, where everyone feels empowered and valued. By building diverse teams, we create inclusive environments for all our people and those we connect with through our day-to-day operations. We welcome & encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, gender expressions, gender identity and people with disability.