Cleaner | Ashburton Health Campus
Job Description
Fixed term for until 29/04/2027 (see shifts below)
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
Are you looking to contribute to the community in a meaningful way?
Join our dedicated and hard-working Environmental Services Department and help maintain our facilities, while providing a suitable environment for our tūroro (patients) and whānau (families).
You will be part of a small fast paced team that plays an essential part of maintaining Ashburton Hospital Facilities. The team provides exceptional cleaning services 365 days a year, across both day and night shifts.
Starting rate $28.63 per hour, based on the E tū Service and Food Workers collective agreement.
You will be responsible for:
Completing all cleaning tasks to a high standard
Ensure daily schedules and task lists are completed in set time frame
Working alongside other cleaners to ensure that tasks are completed in a timely manner
Matching service requirements to the clinical needs
Maintenance of equipment and operated according to specifications
Utilise the correct chemicals and dilutions
Shifts available
Fixed term for 1 year working 22 hrs one week and 27.5 hrs the next week with time and half on weekends and double time on stat days
Thursday 7 - 2pm
Friday 7 - 1pm
Saturday 7 - 1pm (every alternate Saturday)
Sunday 7 - 12pm
Monday 7 - 12 pm
About You
We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and flexible candidate who can bring their passion for cleaning to the Ashburton facility.
This role will suit a candidate that is looking to help make the Hospital and hygienic and safe space for our patients and whanau.
There will also be the possibility to pick up extra hours.
Full training will be provided to all new staff joining our team.
Skills and Experience
High level of patient confidentiality
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
Accuracy and attention to detail
Time management skills
Experience as a cleaner, particularly within health is preferred but not essential.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal.
