Overview

Job Opportunity: Cleaner / Housekeeper – Flexible Part-Time Work in Inner South East Melbourne 🌟

Location: Richmond VIC | Inner South East & Surrounding Suburbs
Company: Inner Melbourne Maids
Industry: Housekeeping / Hospitality & Tourism
Job Type: Part-Time | Casual
Pay Rate: $37 – $49.99 per hour (AUD)
Availability: Immediate Start

🧼 Who We Are

Inner Melbourne Maids is Melbourne’s most trusted and highest-rated cleaning agency, renowned for our consistent commitment to excellence, professionalism, and customer satisfaction. With a 4.9-star rating across over 100 verified reviews, and proud recipient of the ProductReview.com.au Best House Cleaning Service Award in 2025, we are the first choice for homeowners seeking high-quality domestic cleaning services in Melbourne.

🏠 About the Job

We are currently seeking motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented Cleaners / Housekeepers to join our expanding team. This is a flexible part-time opportunity, perfect for those who enjoy working independently, value work-life balance, and are passionate about creating clean, welcoming spaces. You’ll be working in private homes across Melbourne’s inner-city and South East suburbs, including Richmond, South Yarra, St Kilda, Toorak, Camberwell, Hawthorn, and surrounding areas.

🗓 Flexible Schedule Tailored to You

We understand that everyone’s lifestyle is different. Whether you’re a student, a parent managing school hours, a semi-retiree, or simply someone seeking supplementary income, we offer total flexibility over when and how much you work.

📍 Work Close to Home

Our platform offers a wide range of cleaning assignments throughout Melbourne CBD, Inner West, Inner North, Inner South East, and Outer South East suburbs, giving you the freedom to choose jobs in your own area—minimising travel time and transport costs.

👪 Who You’ll Be Helping

You will provide cleaning and housekeeping services to:

  • Busy working professionals

  • Couples and individuals with demanding schedules

  • Families who need help managing household tasks
    Most of our clients are kind, respectful, and deeply appreciative of the work our team provides.

🧽 Typical Cleaning Assignments

Tasks vary from home to home, but may include:
🧼 General housekeeping (tidying, dusting, vacuuming)
🛁 Bathroom and kitchen cleaning
🧹 Floor and surface cleaning
🛋 Linen changing and bed making
🧺 Laundry and ironing (occasionally)
🧴 Spot cleaning and sanitising high-touch areas
Most clients prefer you to use their own cleaning tools (vacuum, mop, etc.) for hygiene purposes.

💪 What We Expect From You

  • Physically fit and able to perform domestic cleaning tasks

  • Trustworthy, professional, and respectful

  • Good communication skills and attention to detail

  • Comfortable working independently in private homes

  • Commitment to punctuality and quality service
    Some prior cleaning experience is preferred but not mandatory—we value enthusiasm and work ethic just as much!

🎓 Who Is This Job Perfect For?

This opportunity suits a wide variety of people, including:
👩‍🎓 Students looking for extra income around class schedules
👩‍👦‍👦 Parents wanting work during school hours
👵 Mature-aged workers or semi-retired individuals
Community services professionals looking for lighter work
👩‍💼 People re-entering the workforce after a break
🧘 Anyone looking for a healthy work-life balance

💸 Pay Rates & Incentives / Job Opportunity: Cleaner

Earn some of the best rates in the industry, based on the type of assignment:

  • 💰 $37–$42 per hour for regular general house cleaning (weekly or fortnightly)

  • 💰 $40–$50 per hour for deep cleaning, end-of-lease cleaning, or commercial cleaning assignments

Bonus perks:
✅ No evening or night work
✅ No need to carry equipment (clients provide vacuum/mop)
Car is optional – most locations are public transport accessible
✅ Pick jobs close to your home
✅ Long-term regular clients available
Get paid fairly and on time, always

📞 Support & Guidance for Job Opportunity: Cleaner

While you’ll work independently, you’re never alone. Our dedicated Area Coordinators are always available to help you:

  • Find new jobs

  • Manage your schedule

  • Answer questions or resolve concerns

  • Support your growth and development
    We treat our cleaners with respect, and many of our team members have been with us for years thanks to our supportive and professional environment.

✅ Requirements

To join our team, you’ll need:

  • Some previous experience in domestic cleaning (professional or informal)

  • A strong work ethic and desire to maintain high standards

  • The ability to work independently and responsibly

  • Police Check – mandatory (we can help you get one)

  • Availability during weekdays

  • Willingness to travel within your local area

  • Fluency in English or basic communication skills
    Public transport is sufficient for most jobs; having a car is helpful but not required.

📢 Join Melbourne’s #1 Cleaning Network

We are proud to be the Top-Rated House Cleaning Agency in Melbourne with ongoing demand from loyal clients. Join a supportive community of professionals who value what you do.

✨ Apply Today

Are you ready to join a caring, flexible, and professional cleaning agency that values your time and work?
Don’t miss this chance to choose your own hours, earn great money, and work close to home while helping Melbourne households maintain clean, welcoming spaces.
👉 Apply now via Inner Melbourne Maids!
We’ll be in touch shortly to arrange a brief interview and get you started on your first assignment.

🔗 Quick Recap:

  • 📍 Location: Richmond & Inner South East Melbourne

  • 💼 Job Type: Part-Time / Flexible

  • ⏰ Hours: You choose!

  • 💵 Pay: $37–$49.99 per hour

  • 🧰 Tools Provided: Yes – by the client

  • 🚗 Car Required: No (but optional)

  • 🛡 Police Check: Required

  • 🎖 Award-Winning Agency: ProductReview.com.au 2025 Winner

Let your skills shine, your schedule breathe, and your income grow — all with Inner Melbourne Maids.