Hospital Housekeeper in Katherine NT - On-Site Role — Columbus
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This role is an on-site, hands-on housekeeping position at Katherine Hospital in the Northern Territory, Australia. It is not remote-friendly in any capacity — the work requires a physical presence on the hospital floor to maintain hygiene and infection control standards.
Katherine is a regional town in the NT, roughly 320 km southeast of Darwin. For digital nomads or location-independent workers, this role is not suitable. However, if you are open to regional relocation, Katherine offers a unique lifestyle experience in outback Australia with access to Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park and a close-knit community.
Visa considerations: This is a state/territory government position. International applicants would typically need permanent residency or Australian citizenship, though regional employer-sponsored visas (Subclass 494 or 187) may sometimes apply to healthcare support roles in remote areas.
- No remote or async work component
- Fixed physical shifts at Katherine Hospital
- Not suitable for nomadic lifestyles
- Regional relocation may come with NT government incentives worth investigating
If you are seeking truly remote or location-flexible work, this posting is not a match — look instead for telehealth administration or remote healthcare coordination roles.
Vacancy Number: 002722
Agency: Department of Health
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Unit: Support Services - Housekeeping
Location: Katherine, NT
Experience Level: Physical 2 - RDO
Primary Objective: As a member of the housekeeping team, under the direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor, provide an efficient and effective Housekeeping Service for Katherine Hospital ensuring infection control guidelines are followed.
Remuneration Package: RDO – $75,635 – $78,907 (including salary $63,931 – $66,697)
Contact: Rossarin Watkins – 08 8973 9271 or [email protected]
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