Cleaner - Brightwater Home - Palmerston North

Presbyterian Support Central, Enliven and Family Works; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused support organization in Palmerston North seeks a part-time cleaner to maintain a clean and hygienic environment for residents. This role entails delivering high cleaning standards and following infection control protocols, working in a supportive team atmosphere with opportunities for training and career advancement. Ideal candidates will be patient and organized, sharing values of empathy and respect.

Benefits

Opportunities for additional training

On-the-job training

Staff wellbeing activities

Access to discounted healthcare

Progressive pay scale based on qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in a rest home or hospital is a plus but not essential.
• Enthusiasm for the wellbeing of older people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the highest standard of cleaning services.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Follow direction from Senior Housekeeper for cleaning routines.
• Understand and follow infection control protocols.
• Complete cleaning tasks effectively and timely.

Skills

Communication with cultural respect

Knowledge of cleaning programs

Infection control understanding

Enthusiasm and patience

Organizational skills

Job description

Position Overview

Part Time. Application Closes 14 Nov 2025. Manawatu – Palmerston North. Housekeeping Cleaner. Cleaner Part Time Hours. Opportunities for additional training and for career advancement. Working in a supportive team environment. Ability to work hours that enable you to manage work/life balance.

About Us

Mō mātou – About us. A job with PSC is a career that supports and empowers thousands of people to live happy, healthy lives. We love people – and that includes our employees. At PSC, we truly value our staff and put a huge amount of effort into making the work environment positive. Our homes and villages are places where older people have companionship, choice, variety, fun, meaningful activity and a sense of purpose. Most days, when you walk through the doors of Brightwater Home you’ll find a hive of activity. The elders of this well known rest home tell us they enjoy the fantastic social and activities calendar, the companionship and friendly banter and the sense of belonging that comes with this tight‑knit community. Situated in Terrace End in Palmerston North, Brightwater Home is set on attractive grounds with gardens, courtyards and beautiful established trees. Like any family home, at Enliven’s Brightwater Home there are great shared social spaces, including lounges, gardens and courtyards. Residents and their families use these spaces whenever they like, to socialise, do activities and host visitors.

About the Role

As a Cleaner, you will be responsible for ensuring our Home provides a safe, clean and hygienic environment where our residents can feel comfortable in all areas of the home and enjoy their environment. This is a Part Time role working a 22 hours per week, 8.00am to 14.00pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the highest standard of cleaning services within the Home.
• Work independently, but also be part of a team.
• Follow direction and task delegation from the Senior Housekeeper to ensure prioritised and efficient execution of cleaning routines.
• Understand and follow cleaning protocols that support good infection control within the home.
• Conduct cleaning tasks and routines effectively and in a timely manner.

About You

As well as a passion for the wellbeing of older people, you will be enthusiastic but patient and well organised with great interpersonal skills. You will share our values of empathy, compassion, and respect. Previous experience of working in a rest home or hospital environment is a plus, but it's not essential, as we can help you learn what you need to know.

Skills

• Ability to communicate with and respect the diverse cultural heritage of each individual.
• Knowledge and understanding of cleaning programmes and infection control.
• Willingness to undertake training and to gain qualifications that continue to support you in your role.

Benefits

• Opportunities for additional training and for career advancement.
• On the job training and qualifications provided.
• Working in a supportive team environment.
• Staff Wellbeing activities, focusing on a different aspects of personal health and wellbeing.
• Ability to work hours that enable you to manage work/life balance.
• Access to discounted healthcare cover and employee assistance programme.
• A progressive pay scale that recognises your qualifications & experience.

Contact

To discuss the role or for more information get in touch with Christine Tester on 06 356 4190 or email at [e-mail]. We will be shortlisting and interviewing as applications come in so Apply Now! Please note: apply only if you have the existing legal right to work in New Zealand.