The Hidden Costs of In-House
Many QA managers assume that hiring cleaners directly is more cost-effective than outsourcing. But the true cost equation is rarely simple:
- Wages + Super + Leave: A full-time cleaner costs $60-80K/year loaded.
- Chemicals & Equipment: Industrial sanitisers, PPE, vacuums, and scrubbers must be purchased and maintained.
- Training: HACCP, confined space, working at heights—who pays for certs and renewals?
- Supervision & QA: Someone needs to verify the work. That's your time.
- Liability: If an in-house cleaner is injured, it's your WHS problem. Contractors carry their own insurance.
The Contract Advantage
A specialised contractor like ProSan Australia brings economies of scale: bulk chemical purchasing, trained supervisors, compliance documentation, and the flexibility to scale up for seasonal peaks or scale down during maintenance shutdowns.