Housekeeping Supervisor

About the Role

Join the Port Stephens Council in a beautiful location offering a healthy lifestyle surrounded by natural treasures. We are hiring experienced Housekeeping Team Leaders to oversee housekeeping teams at our Holiday Parks located in Shoal Bay and Fingal Bay. This leadership position involves hands-on supervision and active participation in managing systems, processes, and team activities to maintain high cleaning standards in our onsite cabins.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the housekeeping team to ensure quality service delivery
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate housekeeping operations and team activities
• Allocate daily cleaning resources and monitor cleaning standards
• Complete general administrative tasks to assist Holiday Park operations
• Participate as a member of the park's leadership team

Requirements

• Certificate III in Cleaning, Housekeeping, Holiday Park Operations or equivalent experience
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate small teams effectively
• Extensive experience in cleaning or accommodation industries
• Strong knowledge of workplace safety practices and compliance standards

Work Conditions & Benefits

• Permanent part-time role working between 60 and 76 hours per fortnight on a 7-day rotating roster
• Position available at either Shoal Bay or Fingal Bay Holiday Parks
• Competitive base salary ranging from $56,338 to $63,943 per annum, based on a 30-hour work week, plus 12% superannuation, adverse work allowance, and a $2,023 retention bonus
• Generous leave entitlements including flexible work options, leave in lieu, long service leave after 5 years, and health & wellbeing leave
• Industry-leading paid parental leave for all employees with 14 weeks accessible within two years after becoming a parent
• Additional PSCare Day leave on top of regular leave allowances
• Access to confidential support services including mental health assistance through the employee assistance program
• A range of wellbeing benefits including PSCare programs, worker health initiatives, gym discounts and free on-site parking

Additional Information

• The job title used for recruitment purposes is Housekeeping Supervisor; internally this role is titled Guest Services Housekeeping Team Leader
• We seek candidates passionate about cleaning and eager to contribute to the success of our Holiday Parks
• We welcome applications until midnight Sunday, 30 August 2026
• Contact Shoal Bay Assistant Manager Jennifer Haretuku at (02) 4988 0633 or Fingal Bay Assistant Manager Heath Kelly at (02) 4988 0628 for inquiries
• Applicants will be required to submit a resume and respond to selection criteria aligned with the position description and Port Stephens Council values
• We commit to responding to every applicant as part of our 2024 Circle Back Initiative
• We support veterans through our Veterans Employment Program to promote sustainable employment
• Port Stephens Council fosters a child safe environment, prioritizing safety and welcoming experiences for children and young people
• We respectfully acknowledge the Worimi people as the traditional custodians of Port Stephens and commit to caring for the land and waterways together