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Bupa; Porirua; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free flu vaccinations

Free skin checks

Free period care products

Free menopause consultation

Complimentary uniforms

Viva wellbeing programme

Employee wellbeing support (EAP)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Bupa Whitby Care Home in Porirua is seeking a Laundry Assistant to manage residents' clothing and operate laundry equipment, ensuring timely delivery of clean laundry and meticulous linen control.

The role is casual with no guaranteed hours, based at Whitby and serving Rest Home, Hospital, Dementia, and Specialist Dementia care. You will work as part of a supportive team focused on resident comfort and dignity.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a commercial laundry is preferred, but training will be provided.
• Be a proactive team player who can work independently and pitch in where needed.
• Empathetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about making a positive difference for residents.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
• Reliable transport and travel arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all care is taken with the residents' personal clothing and is returned to owners
• Operate all laundry equipment as specified
• Meeting of daily schedules to keep laundry up to date and advising Managers of any issues
• Maintaining clean/dirty delineation areas within the laundry
• Monitoring of linen supplies and advising line manager of replacement needs
• Ensure all residents are treated with dignity and respect

Skills

Proactive team player

Independent worker

Empathetic

Reliable transport

NZ work rights

Job description

At Bupa, purpose meets possible.

Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, innovative, and deeply personal.

We’re a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

In this role as a Laundry Assistant,you won't just manage clothes, you’ll help pioneer a smarter, more connected system that delivers exceptional support to our Residents.

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility.

Just imagine the impact you could make.

Hours & Roster Details:

• This is a casual role, so there are no guaranteed hours

The purpose of this job

Located in Whitby, Porirua, close to the Pauatahanui Inlet, Bupa Whitby Care Home offers Rest Home, Hospital, Dementia, and Specialist Dementia (Psychogeriatric) Care.

As a Laundry Assistantyou will:

• Ensure all care is taken with the residents' personal clothing and is returned to owners
• Operate all laundry equipment as specified
• Meeting of daily schedules to keep laundry up to date and advising Managers of any issues
• Maintaining clean/dirty delineation areas within the laundry
• Monitoring of linen supplies and advising line manager of replacement needs
• Ensure all residents are treated with dignity and respect

What you’ll need to make it possible

• Previous experience working in a commercial laundry is preferred, but training will be provided

• Be a proactive team player who can work independently and pitch in where needed
• Empathetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about making a positive difference for residents
• Reliable transport and travel arrangements
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand

Why you’ll love it?

• Regularly offered free flu vaccinations, free skin checks, free period care products and free initial menopause consultation
• Complimentary uniforms provided so you can look and feel your best at work
• Access to Viva, Bupa's global employee wellbeing programme
• Bupa Employee Wellbeing Support Service (EAP)
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits and discounts across wellbeing, retail, technology and more

Our Values | Ā mātou ūara

Brave | Māiatanga Caring | Manaakitanga Responsible | Haepapa

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants. We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.