Cleaners and Laundry Workers
Sub-Major Group
ANZSCO CODE - 81

Most occupations in this sub-major group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4); or
• AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4); or
• NZQF Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

For some occupations a short period of on-the-job training may be required in addition to or instead of the formal qualification. In some instances no formal qualification or on-the-job training may be required.

• removing rubbish and emptying containers, bins and trays
• dusting and polishing furniture, fixtures and fittings
• vacuuming and steam cleaning carpets, upholstery, curtains and floors
• applying cleaning agents to remove stains and dirt
• washing articles to remove stains and dirt
• picking up, sorting, washing, drying and ironing linen and clothes
• cleaning windows and other glass surfaces