Team Leader, Cleaner | Parramatta

About Us:

At Aruma, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity. Our mission is to defend human rights and create a world where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. We're committed to building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity.

People love to work at Aruma because they get the satisfaction of knowing they are Supporting people to live a great life, the life they want, the life they choose. Aruma is BRAVE. That's what makes us a trailblazer, being part of our team means you need to meet our BRAVE behaviours (Bold, Respectful, Authentic, Value Teamwork, Excellent).

We strongly encourage candidates with a disability to apply. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and experiences in driving meaningful change and advancing human rights for all.

About the role:

Join our dynamic and inclusive team, where you will play a key role in providing employment opportunities for people with disabilities. As a Team Leader, you will guide and support a team of General Hands to carry out cleaning and general maintenance tasks across a variety of commercial sites. Your leadership will contribute to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities, while ensuring the successful achievement of operational and financial goals. Be a part of a positive work environment that fosters teamwork, inclusion, and meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• General cleaning, vacuuming, bathrooms/toilets, mopping, dusting and laundry.
• Washing walls/windows
• Light domestic duties
• The Team Leader will support the General Hands to build positive team relationships that reflected our values.
• Supported employees are assisted to develop new skills and achieve employment goals.
• Tasks were completed consistent with instructions from team leaders and supervisors, as well as contract specifications and scheduling requirements.
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Benefits of working with Aruma!

• Salary Packaging: Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free.
• Fitness Passport: Access to subsidised Gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential service including Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist.
• Discounted Health Insurance: Access to a range of discounted health and wellness services through Bupa.
• Recognition & Rewards: Recognition for your hard work through BRAVE Reviews and our annual BRAVE Awards night
• Job Satisfaction: Through making a real difference in peoples’ lives within a values-driven organisation.

About You:

• A demonstrated commitment to the Aruma Code of Conduct.  
• Cert III in Cleaning Operations or equivalent knowledge and exp in commercial cleaning
• Experience and knowledge in problem solving to solve cleaning, contracts and scheduling issues
• Effective verbal and written communication with ability to adapt communication as appropriate to their audience.
• Negotiation skills, able to resolve conflict and assess when to escalate issues.
• Sound organisational skills and ability to prioritise work of a small team.
• A high level of physical fitness to meet the manual handling and environmental requirements of the position.
• White card, basic understanding of WHS requirements.
• Hold a valid driver's licence
• Be willing to undergo a Police Check
• Hold a current NDIS Check or be willing to obtain

Desirable

• Formal team leadership training and/or equivalent knowledge and experience with demonstrated ability to supervise and support staff.
• Experience with working with people with disabilities, particularly in a service provision context

Ready to make a change? Apply Now!

Please contact talent@aruma.com.au if you require further information.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment probity checks i.e. Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised closing date.