Cleaner | Hillmorton Hospital

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury is seeking a reliable Cleaner for the Hillmorton Hospital in Christchurch. This permanent part-time role is 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 4pm to 8pm, contributing to a safe and welcoming healthcare environment.

The starting rate is 28.63 NZD per hour, aligned with the E tū Service and Food Workers collective agreement. Applicants should have cleaning experience in healthcare settings and a strong commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience in healthcare or similar environments.
• Follows established cleaning procedures and quality standards.
• Confident in using cleaning equipment safely.
• Knowledge of infection prevention principles.
• Awareness of safe chemical handling and hazardous substances.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety practices.
• Commitment to cleanliness, safety and customer service.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the healthcare environment.
• Create a safe and welcoming space for patients, visitors and staff.
• Follow Health New Zealand cleaning standards, policies and infection prevention requirements.
• Contribute to infection prevention and quality patient care.
• Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical teams.

Skills

Healthcare cleaning

Cleaning procedures adherence

Equipment handling

Infection prevention knowledge

Chemical safety handling

Workplace safety

Customer service mindset

Team collaboration

Job description

Christchurch - Hillmorton HospitalPermanent part-time position working 20 hours per week (Monday through to Friday4pm to 8pm )Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in theprinciples of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health systemthat serves all New Zealanders.

Help us maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment forpatients, visitors and staff.

About the role

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Cleaner to join ourteam at Health New Zealand. You will play an important role in maintaining ahigh standard of cleanliness and hygiene across our healthcare environment,helping to create a safe and welcoming space for patients, visitors and staff.Working in accordance with Health New Zealand cleaningstandards, policies and infection prevention requirements, you will contributeto the prevention and control of infection and support the delivery of qualitypatient care.You will work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinicalteams, taking pride in your work and contributing to a culture of safety,professionalism and excellent customer service.

Starting rate $28.63 per hour, based on the E tū Service andFood Workers collective agreement.

About you

You will have previous cleaning experience and understandthe importance of maintaining high standards in a healthcare or similarenvironment.

• Previous experience in commercial, healthcare, aged care or industrial cleaning.
• Experience following established cleaning procedures and quality standards.
• Confidence using cleaning equipment and machinery safely.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control principles.
• An understanding of safe chemical handling and Hazardous Substances requirements.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety practices.
• A strong commitment to cleanliness, safety and customer service.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

If you take pride in your work and want to make a positivecontribution to the healthcare environment, we would love to hear from you.

If you have any questions aboutthe role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at [e-mail]

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce thatis diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand andservice our community.

We welcome applications from our diverse Māori,Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.