Lead Hand Housekeeper

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Lead Hand Housekeeper to supervise a team of 5–16 staff, coordinate cleaning duties, and ensure assignments are completed efficiently. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork within a healthcare setting.

The position involves directing housekeeping tasks, maintaining high cleanliness standards, and supporting shift operations as required.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Lead Hand oversees 5–16 housekeeping staff as assigned.
• Performs housekeeping and cleaning duties.
• Ensures completion of assignments by the team.

Skills

Comms — verbal/written

Interpersonal skills

Physical capability

Education

Grade 10 plus 3 years related experience

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

CVH

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$30.22 - $30.22

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, (Island Health) patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of the Manager or designate, the Lead Hand Housekeeper performs a variety of housekeeping and cleaning duties and directs and coordinates 5-16 housekeeping staff as assigned and is responsible for the completion of assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 plus three years' recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.