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Unit Group

8112 Domestic Cleaners

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

8112 Domestic Cleaners

Clean and tidy private dwellings such as houses, units, flats, apartments and townhouses.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education
Occupation

811231 Domestic Cleaner

Cleans and tidies private dwellings, such as houses, units, flats, apartments and townhouses.

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Cleans and sanitises rooms in private dwellings, such as houses, units, flats, apartments and townhouses
  • Sweeps, mops and vacuums floors in living areas
  • Cleans and disinfects kitchen and bathroom areas, including countertops, sinks, appliances, toilets and showers
  • Dusts and polishes furniture, surfaces and fixtures
  • Empties and cleans rubbish bins, and disposes of waste
  • Reports any maintenance or repair needs to the homeowner
  • Follows health and safety guidelines to ensure a clean and safe environment