Housekeeper (0.488 FTE Nelson)

• Permanent part-time position working 39 hours per fortnight (0.488 FTE)
• Enjoy working in a supportive team
• Earn $25.15 to $27.00 an hour, dependent on relevant NZQA qualifications and experience 

Join Health New Zealand l Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

We are looking for an entry level or experienced household staff member to be part of our dedicated team contributing to the hospital running smoothly, whatever the time of day or day of the year.  You will make our hospital a place where people can get better safely, families can visit in comfort, and staff can do great work in a hygienic and safe environment.

Shift:   Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 5.00PM to 11.30PM, 

Location: Cleaning internal and external departments in and around Nelson Hospital and in theatres.

Duties will include: cleaning different departments and shared spaces, cleaning patient rooms and bathroom areas.

In addition to hourly rates, we pay penal rates for evening and weekend work, Kiwisaver and additional payments/time off if you are rostered to work on a public holiday.  You will also be supported to get your qualification in Cleaning (NZQA Level 2 & 3).

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?
The role will suit someone with experience in cleaning/customer service OR someone with no experience but a passion for being part of one of New Zealand’s fastest growing sectors and see how a hospital ticks.  To be successful in this role you must be reliable, have a positive attitude and consistently deliver a high-quality, customer-focused service. Full training will be provided.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Health NZ Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly 3,000 employees, we are Nelson’s and Marlborough’s largest employer supporting the health and wellbeing of over 150,000 citizens across the region. 

Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference.

We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork. 

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)

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Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position) 

You will be joining a team that values teamwork and is committed to supporting the best possible health outcomes for our patients.

Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)

For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on sonja.rae@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 539 5748. 

For role specific information, please contact Shalini Narayan Team Leader Household, Orderlies & Drivers at Shalini.Narayan@nmdhb.govt.nz. 

Apply now, it’s easy. Please fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position. 

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz 

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Applications close: Open until filled (unless filled prior). Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early. 

Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.  

He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.