Housekeeper – Wairau (casual)

• Casual position with hours on an as-per-needed basis
• Earn $27.00 to $29.60 per hour dependent on relevant NZQA qualification
• Wairau Hospital, Blenheim

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

We have a casual position available. Hours of work are whenever needed to cover shifts from 5.00am Monday to Sunday. This role is a great opportunity to learn how a hospital works and get a foot in the door to a world of opportunities. 

You will be part of the team that contributes to the hospital running smoothly.  You will help our hospital to be 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.

The role involves thorough cleaning throughout the wards, operating theatres, public areas and offices, as well as changing beds, and laundry and rubbish collection.  You may also do the tea rounds, have contact with patients and support the nursing and orderly staff.

In addition to hourly rates, we pay penal rates for evening (after 8.00PM) and weekend work, and additional payments/time off if you are rostered to work on a public holiday.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Health NZ (Nelson Marlborough) is the main health provider for Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly 3000 employees, we are Nelson and Marlborough’s largest employer, which means the opportunities here are endless. 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. 

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

Situated at the top of the South Island, Blenheim is well known for its temperate climate, award winning wineries, stunning scenery and outdoor pursuits - all available within minutes of the town centre. For more information on the Marlborough region visit https://marlboroughnz.com/

About you

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. 

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellnesses. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

• We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
• We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

Please click Apply Now to fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position. Applications via email will not be considered. 

If you have any general questions about the role, please contact our recruitment team Sonja Rae at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz or 03 539 5748. 

For role specific information, please contact Trish Manawatu – Team Leader on trish.manawatu@nmdhb.govt.nz .

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz 

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Applications close: Open until filled. 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.