Porter

PRIMARY DETAIL

Location: Macquarie University Hospital, North Ryde, Dharug land

Appointment Type: Casual

Classification: $30.37 per hour plus casual loading + 12% super

THE ROLE

Immediate start for an experienced and hardworking Porter to join our team at Macquarie University Hospital on a Casual basis.

Multiple shifts are available, suits flexible availabilities (Mornings, Afternoons, and Nights)

Be part of a University-owned, innovative, integrated healthcare organisation where professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged

Key Accountabilities of a Housekeeper include (but not limited to):

Deliver excellent service to clients, staff and visitors

Participates in audit preparation and auditing processes

Ensures all mandatory training and competencies for a Porter are completed in a timely manner

Demonstrates a willingness to work positively within a team to achieve team goals and the provision of excellence in service delivery

Participates in and contributes to occupational health and safety activities to ensure a safe work environment for self, clients, community, staff and visitors

Complies with obligations under Work Health and Safety Act 2012

Ensures incidences are reported accurately and in a timely manner

Transporting patients, baggage, linen delivery and equipment throughout the hospital

Assisting clinical staff in the movement and turning of patients throughout hospital.

Assisting with setting up equipment within Wards including wheelchairs and luggage trollies

Ensuring sufficient supplies of medical gas is available on each Ward and Theatre

Collection of pumps from the Wards and Theatre Departments and ensuring they are returned to the Recovery Department

Collection of dirty linen when required

Delivering clean linen to wards and monitoring inventory.

Assisting with patients Admissions and Discharges

Distribution of patient luggage to Wards

Maintaining high levels of customer service and ensuring communication is of a high standard

Build rapport with internal and external stakeholders in a multi-disciplinary environment

Assisting patient transport officer with transferring patients in patient transport van to different locations

ABOUT YOU

Reporting to the Environmental Services Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for meeting of quality standards and versatility in all facets of detail cleaning across Macquarie University Hospital and Clinics. The successful candidate will have worked as a Housekeeper/Cleaner, providing good customer service and achieving high quality cleaning standards within a healthcare, industrial, or hospitality facility. Having worked in a relevant setting, you will have a good eye for detail, values communication & teamwork, and determined to accomplish work allocations within specified service timeframes.

ABOUT US

Macquarie University Hospital is Australia’s first and only private not-for-profit teaching hospital on a university campus. The hospital sits under the umbrella of MQ Health, encompassing the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences and other specialised clinical services.

Set in the expansive grounds of Macquarie University, amid one of the fastest growing areas of Sydney and conveniently placed within walking distance of the new Macquarie University Metro Line, this 152-bed hospital combines state-of-the-art facilities with world’s best clinical practice.

We offer fabulous Employee Benefits including:

A variety of shifts offered in the department, including flexible rostering and shift times

Salary sacrifice options and excellent salary packaging benefits (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing) so you have great potential to maximise your income working for us

Corporate private healthcare rates

Extensive Macquarie University facilities including sporting facilities, gym and pool, and Macquarie University Childcare at a reduced staff rate

TO APPLY:

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate the below requirements in your resume:

High standard of customer service

Ability to communicate confidently and clearly with internal and external stakeholders

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Flexible and positive attitude with the ability to deal with a changing environment

Previous experience in patient transportation and providing linen service

Proactive and self-motivated attitude with a desire to learn

Willingness to participate in quality control and self-development training programs

Great time management skills

Previous experience in a private hospital environment

Role Specific Conditions:

Ability to work shift work/work as per the roster

Previous experience in a private hospital Setting would be highly desirable

MQ Health Immunisation screening requirements

Criminal History Check

Working with Children Check

Full Australian Drivers Licence

We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.

Applications Close: Sunday 26 July 2026 (11:59pm) AEDST

Applications Close:

26/07/2026 11:59 PM

A Place Where You Belong

At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.

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