Working Team Leader – Cleaning Services – Clerk Grade 1/2 - Parliament of NSW - Sydney

About this role

* Make a meaningful impact as part of a dedicated team of custodians at Australia's oldest Parliament House * Ongoing full-time – Sydney CBD based – Flexibility to work shifts * $78,000 to $84,799 per annum (Clerk Grade 1/2), plus employers’ contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading About the Role: Be part of something bigger and play a vital hands-on role behind the scenes. Because your work matters. And as the backbone of our operations, you will lead a team that creates safe, clean and welcoming spaces that support our people and enables the Parliament of NSW to deliver essential services to the community we serve every day. This is a working leadership role providing exceptional high touch solutions in a customer-focused environment. If you are an experienced cleaning professional with strong leadership skills and a commitment to quality and excellence, we welcome your interest in this opportunity! About us: Based in NSW Parliament, the Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is a specialist service department working to support the operation of the Parliament of NSW by providing logistical support and advice to members, the Departments of the Legislative Council and Legislative Assembly and the people of New South Wales. Our office is found close to public transport in the heart of Macquarie Street CBD, next to the State Library and Sydney’s Botanic Gardens. Enabling the Parliament, serving New South Wales: We demonstrate and foster in others a commitment to the five values of the Department of Parliamentary Services: collaboration, innovation, excellence, integrity and service. Our commitment to diversity: We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, mature-age people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this role. Our people: Our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join Parliament include: * Competitive salary and annual leave loading * 35-hour week and flexible work options * Corporate Wellbeing programs including seminars and Fitness Passport * Free annual Influenza vaccination * Salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease * On-site fitness facilities, pool, restaurant, cafes, and post office About you: We are looking for * Proven experience (minimum 12 months) leading a cleaning team in a fast-paced environment. * Strong knowledge of cleaning practices, hygiene standards, safe work procedures, and the use of cleaning equipment, chemicals, and basic digital technology. * Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to lead a diverse team, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain high standards. * Perform manual cleaning tasks, and successfully complete pre-employment health screening. Further information to assist you with applying for this position: * Role Description * Department of Parliamentary Services website * Pre-employment requirements - NSW Parliament - Information sheet How to apply and what we need from you next: * A one-page cover letter that goes beyond your resume. Show us how your skills and experience make you the perfect candidate for this role, and why you are the one we need, to drive success. * An up-to-date Resume [maximum five pages] which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this role. Applications that do not include a cover letter or resume will not be progressed to the next stage of assessment. Copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than requested) is not required at this stage in the recruitment process and will not be included with application documents. Electronic attachments must be MS Word compatible or in pdf format. Technical assistance: Should you encounter any technical problems, please contact ‘I work for NSW’ or the helpdesk on 1800 562 679 (Monday - Friday). To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following criteria: * an Australian Citizen * a permanent resident of Australia; or * a New Zealand citizen. Come and explore the Parliament online and click on our “360-degree Virtual Tour”: Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. Job Reference: 492585 CLOSING DATE: Friday 31 July 2026 [11.55pm]