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Unit Group

8991 Caretakers

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

8991 Caretakers

Maintain and clean residential buildings, schools, offices, holiday camps, caravan parks and associated grounds.

Handypersons are excluded from this unit group. Handypersons are included in Occupation 899331 Handyperson.

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

899131 Caretaker

Maintains and cleans a residential building, school, office, holiday camp or caravan park and associated grounds.

Handypersons are excluded from this occupation. Handypersons are included in Occupation 899331 Handyperson.

Specialisation

  • Janitor

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Performs general cleaning duties, simple repairs and maintenance tasks
  • Ensures security and monitors access to premises
  • Inspects and maintains building condition and grounds, and notifies management or owners of the need for major repairs
  • Assists with event setup and room preparation
  • Manages waste disposal and recycling processes
  • Responds to maintenance and cleaning emergencies