Support Services Assistant (casual)

Support Services Role – Housekeeping and Food Service

• Casual role - shifts over 7- day period (inc weekends)

• North Turramurra location

• Free onsite parking

• Supportive team

   

• Casual rate + 25% loading

   

Lady Davidson Private Hospital is a 115 bed Private hospital located in North Turramurra set on the edge of the beautiful Ku-ring-gai National Park, Lady Davidson specialising in orthopaedics, cancer/oncology and neuro-spinal rehabilitation.

We're seeking an experienced, reliable Support Services Assistant to work across both our Housekeeping and Food Services team initially on a casual basis.

This cross-functional role will provide operational support during annual leave, unplanned leave and peak periods. This position offers consistent casual shifts across two departments, providing greater stability than single-shift casual roles. Shift times are flexible across both weekdays and weekends. On-site training will be provided.

It would be beneficial if you have some previous experience working within a hospital as this role will be responsible for ensuring the highest cleaning standards and therefore an understanding of the cleaning nuances of working within this unique environment would be highly regarded.

Housekeeping responsibilities will include providing a high standard of cleanliness throughout the hospital, including –

• Cleanliness of wards and public areas

• Waste and Linen management

Food Service Assistant responsibilities will include:

• Basic food preparation assistance

• Kitchen cleaning and sanitising

• Assisting with meal service processes

About you:

• punctual, reliable and with a commitment to providing the best possible hygiene standards and customer service
• physically fit and able to perform manual handling tasks
• attention to detail and quality standards
• respectful, professional and mindful of patient dignity and privacy
• clear, professional communication, demonstrating experience in interacting thoughtfully with patients, customers, and internal teams.
• comfortable working independently without supervision and as part of a small friendly team
• flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends
• self-motivated, well-organised, and able to manage tasks efficiently
• previous experience in healthcare, hospitality, cleaning and/or food service is highly regarded
• a strong understanding of WHS safety and hygiene standards.
• have unlimited rights to work in Australia

What We Offer

• Cross-training across two hospital service areas

• Consistent casual shifts (2–3 per week), with additional shifts available during peak periods and to cover leave

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Opportunity to gain experience in a healthcare setting

• Award-based pay and conditions

• The opportunity to work within the Healthscope network

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• A safe and well-managed working environment

• Exposure to hospital operations and multidisciplinary teams

Closing date:   13th April 2026

Please apply online.

For more information about this role, please contact Mathew Harrison (Environmental Services Manager) Mathew.Harrison@healthscope.com.au or Rory Hanley (Food Services Manager) Rory.Hanley@healthscope.com.au

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.

Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority.  Applicants will be required to provide a current (3 months or less) National Police check and a current NSW Working with Children’s Check prior to appointment and you will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases prior to commencement.