Housekeeping Coordinator Fixed Term

Arohanui Hospice; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for immediate impact

Contribute to operational improvements

Job summary

Arohanui Hospice in Palmerston North is seeking a Housekeeping Coordinator on a fixed-term basis for three months to lead housekeeping efforts. This part-time role (20 hours/week) involves coordinating a volunteer roster and ensuring high cleanliness standards across facilities. Ideal candidates will be highly organized, have excellent communication skills, and prior experience in housekeeping or hospitality. Join a supportive team that values your contribution to making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator able to work across teams.
• Previous experience in housekeeping or hospitality is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support volunteer housekeeping roster.
• Oversee cleaning schedule across all facilities.
• Manage procurement of housekeeping supplies.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

Housekeeping Coordinator (Fixed-Term)

At Arohanui Hospice we take pride in maintaining clean, welcoming spaces and we are looking for aHousekeeping Coordinator to take the lead in keeping our Heretaunga Street facilities running at their best.

In this hands‑on role, you’ll work alongside a dedicated team of volunteers, ensuring our facilities—including our Inpatient Unit—are clean, well‑organised, and fully stocked with essential supplies.

This role is being offered on aFixed Term for three months.

• 20 hours per week
• 7am to 11am
• Monday to Friday

What you’ll be doing:

• Coordinating and supporting ourvolunteer housekeeping roster
• Overseeingand participating in thecleaning schedule across all Heretaunga Street facilities
• Ensuring high standards of cleanliness, comfort, and presentation
• Managingprocurement and ordering of housekeeping, cleaning, and linen supplies
• Being a reliable, friendly point of contact for all housekeeping needs

About you:

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident communicator who can work across teams
• Previous experience in housekeeping, hospitality, or volunteer coordination
• Able to prioritise and manage competing demands
• Proactive, solution-focused, and adaptable

What we offer:

• Fixed-term opportunity with immediate impact
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to contribute to operational improvements

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a caring, purpose‑driven environment where your work genuinely supports people and services that matter. This is a role where organisation meets heart—and where your contribution will be truly valued.

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