Housekeeper - Nelson (0.75 FTE)

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to delivering exceptional healthcare to all New Zealanders. Our organization is grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ensuring that our health system is inclusive and serves everyone in our community. We are proud to support our employees in their professional development, including obtaining qualifications in Cleaning (NZQA Level 2 and 3). About the Role We are currently seeking a Housekeeper for a permanent part-time position at Nelson Hospital. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring that our hospital operates smoothly and efficiently. Your contributions will help create a safe and comfortable environment for our patients and their families, as well as for our dedicated staff. As a Housekeeper, your responsibilities will include thorough cleaning of wards, operating theatres, public areas, and offices. You will also assist with changing beds, handling laundry, and collecting rubbish. In addition, you may perform tea rounds and have opportunities for patient interaction while supporting our nursing and orderly staff. This position offers competitive hourly rates, with additional penal rates for evening shifts (after 8:00 PM) and weekend work. Employees will also receive extra compensation or time off for shifts on public holidays. The role requires you to work 60 hours per fortnight (0.75 FTE) on a schedule of Monday to Wednesday from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Thursday to Friday from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Please note that there is no on-call requirement. About the Team/Service/Location You will be joining a dedicated team of nearly 70 professionals who prioritize teamwork and are focused on achieving the best possible health outcomes for our patients. For more information about living and working in Nelson, please visit our website. About You The ideal candidate for the Housekeeper position will possess experience in cleaning or customer service. However, we also welcome applicants who may not have direct experience but have a genuine interest in understanding hospital operations. To thrive in this role, you should demonstrate the following qualities: - A positive attitude - Reliability - A commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused service - A relevant NZQA qualification It is essential that all applicants are eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of application. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are proud to embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that diversity enhances our ability to understand and serve our community effectively. We encourage applications from individuals across our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application through our online careers portal by June 29, 2025. Should you have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz or Shalini Narayan (Team Leader Household) at shalini.narayan@tewhatuora.govt.nz. Job Reference: R1N25-107 We will begin reviewing applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.