Love getting out on the road, having control over your schedule and the idea of an early afternoon knock off? A role as a hygiene technician with Initial Hygiene (A Rentokil Initial company) could be what you’re looking for.

Initial Hygiene is looking for enthusiastic, natural-born problem solvers with a great attitude to join our team of hygiene technicians on a full-time/part time, permanent basis, working flexibly from Monday to Friday. We have roles available across the country.

If you’re looking for a job that offers autonomy, flexibility and variety and are looking to be part of an organisation where you are empowered and supported every step of the way, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits of being part of the Initial Hygiene team:

• A fully-maintained company van including fuel card
• Mobile phone
• Great Remuneration package on offer
• Employee cash incentive programs & bonuses
• Company uniform, safety boots and all the tools you need
• Comprehensive induction, training and qualification
• Access to employee assistance program, for you and your family
• Ongoing learning and development
• Career Progression, many of our technicians have expanded into managerial, supervisory or cross functional roles
• ...and more!

At Rentokil Initial, we take care of the training, but what we do need from you is:

• Valid driver’s license
• Current Working with Children Check
• As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete pre-employment medical, references and police checks
• Confident using a mobile phone service app/tablet

About Rentokil Initial (Parent company of Initial Hygiene)

At Rentokil Initial, we are proud to be the global expert in pest, hygiene and indoor plant care. What sets us apart is our people. We are a friendly and supportive team driven by a passion to help protect people, enhance lives and preserve our planet, every day.

From washrooms, to aged care homes, to office plantscaping and classrooms – we're there, ready, bursting with passion and pride to make a positive difference for our customers and communities.

We operate three brands: Rentokil Pest Control, Initial Hygiene and Ambius Indoor Plants. Our parent company, Rentokil Initial plc, employs more than 56,000 people across more than 80 countries, supporting over 5 million customers.

Employee Testimonials:

"As an Initial Hygiene Technician, I earn commission for sales leads and five-star online reviews."

Lisa Crow

Local Service Manager

"There are so many things I love about my job. I love being on the road, my own little van that I get to zoom around in, and the relationships and connections I get to build."

Angela Smith

Technician

“Being in the Rentokil Initial Team, it feels like a family.”

Thanh Nguyen 

Technician

“The culture is really supportive, you feel like you’re included by the whole business.”

Suzy Harris

Technician

About the business

Journey Beyond is focused on bringing Australia’s most unique experiences to life. We are currently seeking a Housekeeping Attendant to join their team on The Ghan based in Alice Springs, one of Australia’s most luxurious rail journeys.

About the role

An exciting opportunity for a passionate and self-motivated individual to join the Platform team based at the Alice Springs Terminal. In this role you will be responsible for working within a team to help facilitate the requirements of The Ghan while it is stationed in Alice Springs.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Terminal Manager, some of your tasks will include:

·          Platform duties, including luggage handling.

·          Refiling the train with water

·          Operating equipment including wheelchair lifter and on-site vehicles

·          Set-up and pack-down of semi-weekly dinner functions

·          Transporting stock and supplies on and off-site

·          As required, cleaning and housekeeping tasks on-train and in the terminal.

·          Other duties as requested.

About you

·          Can do attitude

·          Full and unrestricted driver’s license (H Endorsement preferred but not necessary)

·          Confident towing a trailer

·          Safety focused

This position will require you to be on your feet for long periods of time and primarily outdoors. To be successful in this position you will have a keen eye for detail and quality of presentation and be able to operate calmly under time pressure. Ability to safely adhere to protocols when engaged in manual handling and operation of equipment.

This is your opportunity to be part of a business with a passionate focus on continuous improvement and high-quality customer service.

The shift patterns where you may be rostered are as below:

March - November

 Monday: 12:30pm - 5:30pm

Thursday: 8:00am - 1:00pm

 April - October

 Monday 12:30pm - 5:30pm
Thursday - Alternating shifts: 8:00am - 1:00pm / 1pm - 10pm
Sunday - Alternating shifts: 10:00am – 1pm / 7:00pm – 10:00pm

If you are looking to boost your hours, we have other opportunities to do so within other Journey Beyond businesses in Alice Springs and the Northern Territory.

If you would like to find out more information about the role, enquire today. This role is classified as a Service Operator, Level 1, in the Great Southern Rail Enterprise Agreement 2023.

• Previous experience in a similar role with a trade background preferred
• Be a hands-on leader within the current Maintenance team
• Ability to work within a 7-day roster
• Provide leadership and direction to maintenance Team Members to ensure maintenance requests are actioned efficiently
• Responsible for developing and overseeing a preventative maintenance plan for the Property, revising where necessary and conducting regular checks on all operating equipment
• Coordinates, liaises with and supervises external contractors, to ensure all work activities are carried out
• Seek to implement procedures to assist in improving the efficiency of repairs and maintenance to maintain acceptable costs and high standards
• Conduct general inspections of the Property, recording the condition of property, plant and equipment and fixtures and fittings
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining Department expenses (including wages), ensuring the Department is operating in a way that maximises profitability and within budgetary guidelines 
• Record the costs of repairs done by maintenance personnel and contractors accurately
• Input requisitions and invoices into the Company’s payment system
• Plans regular maintenance and up-keep of all equipment and keeps accurate records, responsible for managing all planned maintenance projects
• Prioritises tasks according to urgency and importance
• Oversee waste management at the Property, ensuring waste is removed at acceptable intervals 
• Keep well informed regarding new trends, products and ideas that may benefit the operation. Assist in the formulation and development and implementation of new standards and services as needed
• Participate in scheduled training and development provided by Accor to improve self and department standards
• Attend Departmental meetings as required
• Compile reports as required
• General public area cleaning duties, gardening duties and pool maintenance tasks as required along with the team
• Provide passionate and friendly service to external and internal guests at all times
• Comply with all guest privacy and security procedures
• Foster and encourage a culture of open communication with other Departments such as Housekeeping and Front Office to ensure requests are actioned appropriately with minimal disruption to guests
• Handle all amenities, chemicals and equipment according to specific instructions and Workplace Health & Safety standards, ensuring Maintenance Team Members do the same
• Undertake special projects, as directed