Housekeeper

Oceania Group; Nelson; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Oceania Group is seeking a casual Housekeeper at Green Gables Village in Nelson. You will assist with cleaning and laundry, and maintain the residents’ communal and living spaces to high safety standards. The role offers variety and requires adherence to clear policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate has housekeeping experience, knowledge of chemical handling, and good communication. You will work as part of a compassionate team, supporting a safe environment for residents and families.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping or cleaning roles.
• Knowledge of chemical handling and safety.
• Strong communication skills for team and residents.
• Teamwork focus and collaborative spirit.
• Attention to detail and quality outcomes.
• Ability to work across rostered shifts including weekdays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cleaning and laundry services.
• Clean residents' communal and living spaces.
• Follow policies and procedures to maintain sanitised, safe areas.
• Enjoy variety in daily tasks and duties.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Chemical handling

Strong communication

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Flexible scheduling

Job description

The role

Our Green Gables Village in Nelson are looking for a casual Housekeeper to join their dedicated team.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assisting with all aspects of cleaning and laundry services
• Cleaning the residents communal and living spaces
• Following set policies and procedures to ensure sites areas are sanitised, safe, and hazard free
• Enjoying a role with plenty of variety.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience in a housekeeping or cleaning position
• Knowledge and experience in chemical handling
• Strong communication skills
• Teamwork focus
• A friendly nature, with respect for ourresidents
• A passion forensuring a safe environment
• Strong eye for detail
• The ability to work on a rostered shift basis across weekdays and weekends
• The right to work in New Zealand

Why join Oceania?

At Oceania, we’re reimagining retirement and aged care living in New Zealand. As the proud owner and operator of over 30 villages nationwide, supporting more than 4,000 residents, we create homes and communities - not just villages - where people feel safe, valued, and connected.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by a shared purpose to make the difference in every task, every challenge, every day, we work as one team, look out for each other, and take pride in delivering care that truly matters. We’re committed to safety and wellbeing, we’re always finding better ways to improve what we do, and we follow through on our promises because our residents and families count on us.

When you join Oceania, you’ll be supported to grow and succeed in a positive, inclusive environment. We offer competitive hourly rates, access to free and confidential wellbeing support services, ongoing training, and opportunities to develop your skills and build a meaningful, long-term career in aged care.

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