Job description
- Hours Per Week: Approx 20hrs per week, Monday to Friday.
- Renumeration: $35 an hour
About Qtopia Sydney:
Qtopia Sydney is a welcoming and inclusive space devoted to the memory, education and celebration of the unique histories and lived experience of the LGBTQIA+ community. A true cultural hub encompassing four unique locations, we have the largest footprint of any Queer Centre of History & Culture in the world. We are storytellers, committed to the core principles of empowerment & inclusivity.
Our exhibitions, live performances, education programs, events and community programs aim to inspire, educate, and provoke conversations to create a brighter, more inclusive world for LGBTQIA+ people and the broader community.
Position Overview:
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of Sydney’s Home of Queer History and Culture. As a rapidly growing organisation, this role will evolve and grow over time. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, this is the role for you.
As the Facility Caretaker at Qtopia Sydney, you will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive support to the organisation and individuals using the facilities to ensure the venues are well maintained and run smoothly.
Your responsibilities will include maintenance and cleaning of the four Qtopia Sydney Venues , simple repair tasks, and booking external contractors as required.
Key Responsibilities:
Position specific
- Provide high standard of customer service to users of the facility
- Cleaning of Exhibition space / performance venues and administration offices
- Gardening and maintenance of external areas
- Monitoring and replenishing cleaning materials, tools and furniture and re ordering as required
- Ensure facility, fixtures and equipment are well maintained
- Conduct regular facility inspections including daily checks and periodic safety inspections covering the whole property: Grounds, building and car parks and ensure all issues identified are addressed
- Ensure good waste management practices and weekly collection of garbage on allocated days
- Perform basic repairs and maintenance tasks as required
- Sourcing, booking and supervising contractors for onsite works
- Liaise with City Of Sydney maintenance staff
- Computer literate in basic office applications and the ability to quickly learn corporate applications
- Respond to staff request for additional cleaning and maintenance as required
- Ability to work within a team environment and with minimal supervision.
- Perform duties relevant to the position efficiently and effectively
- Implement, monitor and comply with Qtopia Sydney’s WHS policy’s, OMP’s, and risk assessments.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Basic DIY skills and in-depth understanding of maintenance procedures
- Problem-solving skills for addressing safety and maintenance concerns
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for giving instructions to contractors and support staff
- Ability to multitask, prioritise tasks, and work efficiently under pressure.
- Customer service skills for positive dealings with building owners and administrators
- Previous experience in a similar role preferred
Monday to Friday 6am to 10am.
A position description is attached.