Accommodation Clerk

Join Ventia in Supporting Australia’s Defence Community   

Ventia is a long-standing partner of the Department of Defence, providing integrated Defence infrastructure and asset management support services.  

As part of our Defence Base Services contract, Ventia has proudly delivered essential services across military bases nationwide for a decade. We help create safe, efficient, and supportive environments where Defence personnel live, work, and train.  

Safety Commitment 

At Ventia, safety is more than a priority — it’s our way of working. It is our licence to operate and the foundation of our culture. We foster a community where safe work practices are not just spoken about — they are consistently demonstrated in everything we do. 

We are committed to maintaining a high-performing, safety-focused environment and seek individuals who actively contribute to this culture. Every team member plays a vital role in upholding our safety standards and ensuring the wellbeing of themselves, their colleagues, and the communities we serve. 

What’s on offer    

• Potential opportunities for, full-time, part-time and casual employment  

• Ventia have been awarded a 6-year Defence Base Services contract with opportunity for further extension  

• Ventia is recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice by the Australian Government’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs  

• Safety First- At Ventia, we believe that every job should be done right, and that everyone should go home safely at the end of each day. 

• Uniform/PPE supplied.  

• Access to a variety of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program.  

• Access to Ventia’s: amazing discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including major retail brands  

About the role  

Ventia is currently recruiting for Accommodation Clerks to support on-base accommodation services for Defence personnel. This role involves managing bookings, check-ins/outs, maintaining records, coordinating inspections, and delivering excellent customer service. 

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to)  

• Lead the charge in room booking and allocation for personnel posted or transiting through the base 

• Track and manage keys like a vault master (arrival, departure, and safe storage) 

• Coordinate cleaning, maintenance and respond to service requests 

• Keep records sharp: occupancy stats, rank-room reports, logbooks, inventory and condition checks 

• Liaise with leadership to align accommodation with rank and availability 

• Perform quality room inspections to ensure everything is functional and welcoming 

• Welcome deliveries, manage IT programs related to bookings, and assist visitors and trades 

About you  

• 1+ years’ experience in hospitality or accommodation 

• A diploma or degree in hospitality management or a related field is advantageous. 

• Proficiency in MS Office and record-keeping systems 

• Strong communication and customer service skills 

• Respectful and inclusive approach to working with diverse communities 

• You take pride in delivering high-quality work safely and reliably. You follow established procedures, actively look out for your teammates, and understand that safety is a shared responsibility. You contribute to a culture where safety incidents, near misses, and hazards are reported promptly and constructively. 

• Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen undertake and maintain a satisfactory Australian Federal Police check.