Group
Occupation
811131 Commercial Cleaner
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
811131 Commercial Cleaner
Cleans offices, residential complexes, hospitals, schools, industrial work areas, industrial machines, construction sites, and other commercial premises using heavy duty cleaning equipment.
Specialisations
- Aircraft Cabin Cleaner
- Hospital Cleaner
- Public Transport Cleaner
- School Cleaner
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education
New Zealand
- Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Cleans and sanitises various commercial premises, including offices, hospitals, schools, and construction sites
- Operates heavy duty cleaning equipment, such as vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers, and pressure washers
- Removes rubbish and waste materials from designated areas
- Dusts, polishes, and disinfects furniture, fixtures, and surfaces
- Sweeps, mops, and vacuums floors
- Cleans internal window surfaces, mirrors, and other glass surfaces
- Maintains and organises cleaning equipment and supplies
- Reports any maintenance, repair needs, or diminished supplies to the appropriate personnel
- Follows safety procedures and guidelines while performing cleaning tasks