Position Title: Studio Cleaner (Level 2)
Reports to: The Central Craft Management staff as applicable.
Location: Alice Springs
Hours per week: 6 hours per week (3 hours per shift, during business hours).
Days: Mondays AM, and Thursdays (AM or PM)
Salary Band: $31.60 per hour (inclusive of casual loading)
Status: Casual (Level 2 under the Cleaning Services Award 2020).
Date: 21 Aug 2025
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Position Summary
Central Craft is seeking a skilled and reliable Casual Cleaner to maintain a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment across our shared studios and facilities. This role involves cleaning multiple areas, handling chemicals safely, and following OHS procedures, particularly in spaces with clay dust, glazes, dyes, and other workshop materials. Strong time management, reliability, and the ability to prioritise tasks independently are essential.
About Central Craft
Central Craft is a not-for-profit, membership-based organisation in Alice Springs (Mparntwe) supporting craft and design practice across Central Australia. We provide well-equipped studios, a workshop program, a retail outlet, and a gallery space, along with professional development, advocacy, and promotional opportunities for emerging and established artists. Our mission is to strengthen the community through learning, creative expression, and networking. Central Craft is incorporated under the NT Associations Act and governed by a volunteer Management Committee elected annually by members.
Responsibilities
- Clean and restock bathrooms (toilets, sinks, mirrors, consumables).
- Clean main studio areas (tables, bins, floors, sinks, sign-in desk, glass doors/windows).
- Clean office, library, and print areas (floors and bins).
- Clean kitchen (counters, sinks, fridge, microwave, bins, tea towels).
- Vacuum and mop floors across communal spaces, including shop and shared studios.
- Ensure studio’s council rubbish bins are placed out for collection/brought back in weekly
- Follow OHS cleaning guidelines when working around clay dust, glazes, chemicals, and dyes.
- Identify cleaning priorities and maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout all shared spaces.
- Report to staff any OHS hazards, maintenance issues, supply shortages, or other observations made while performing cleaning duties.
Skills & Requirements
- Previous cleaning experience in a workshop, industrial, or community facility.
- Knowledge of safe cleaning methods (e.g. HEPA vacuums, wet mopping, safe waste disposal).
- Ability to handle cleaning chemicals safely and follow OHS procedures.
- Strong time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks independently.
- Reliable, punctual, and communicates effectively with staff.
- Physically able to perform manual cleaning duties whilst wearing PPE and safety clothes.
Not sure if this role is right for you?
Please feel free to call us to chat through the role, ask questions, or discuss any adjustments we could make to accommodate you, including shift times or special considerations. A willingness to learn and follow training in safe cleaning practices is more important than previous experience.
How to Apply
To apply, please email both and with the following:
- Your name and contact details
- Your availability
- A brief note about your cleaning experience or interest in learning
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $31.60 per hour
Expected hours: 6 – 8 per week
Work Location: In person
