Compassionate Housekeeper & Laundry Aide - Aged Care

Summerset Retirement Villages; Nelson; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Summerset Richmond village is seeking a hardworking Housekeeper/Laundry Assistant to keep resident rooms, bathrooms, and communal areas clean and welcoming. You’ll handle laundry with care and help maintain a homely, safe environment for residents and whānau.

No experience? full training provided. You should be physically fit, take pride in detail, and enjoy working with older adults. This casual, as-needed role offers supportive teamwork and flexible shifts to suit lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping, preferably in healthcare or hospitality settings.
• Pride in work, attention to small details, and a caring approach.
• Able to be physically active and able to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality cleaning across resident rooms, bathrooms, communal areas, laundry, and kitchen facilities.
• Launder, fold and return residents’ clothing and linens with care.
• Label, mend and maintain residents' personal laundry items.
• Support infection control measures and health and safety procedures.
• Build friendly, respectful relationships with residents and understand their needs.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Healthcare or hospitality

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Communication with residents

Job description

Summerset Richmond village is seeking a hardworking Housekeeper/Laundry Assistant to keep resident rooms, bathrooms, and communal areas clean and welcoming. You’ll handle laundry with care and help maintain a homely, safe environment for residents and whānau.

No experience? full training provided. You should be physically fit, take pride in detail, and enjoy working with older adults. This casual, as-needed role offers supportive teamwork and flexible shifts to suit lifestyle.