Student Accommodation Assistant

Eit; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 58,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

EIT in Hawke's Bay is seeking a permanent part-time Student Accommodation Assistant based in Hawke's Bay to commence employment in January 2027. This hands-on role supports the day-to-day operation of our student accommodation facilities in Taradale, with a strong focus on housekeeping, cleanliness, presentation, and resident support.

The salary range for this position is $58,000 - $68,000 per annum (pro-rated to FTE), dependent on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping, cleaning, accommodation, hospitality, or a similar hands‑on role.
• A practical approach with strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Confidence using digital systems and basic computer applications.
• The ability to work positively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• A commitment to inclusion, student wellbeing, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and preparing bedrooms and shared living areas for new residents.
• Undertaking regular housekeeping and accommodation inspections.
• Supporting residents to maintain clean and tidy living environments.
• Monitoring accommodation standards and maintaining housekeeping supplies.
• Identifying maintenance and health and safety issues and coordinating repairs.
• Undertaking minor maintenance tasks and liaising with contractors.
• Participating in an after-hours on-call roster (approximately one weekend in every three).
• Supporting resident wellbeing and contributing to an inclusive accommodation community.

Skills

Housekeeping

Cleaning

Hospitality

Customer service

Digital systems

Communication

Inclusion

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

$58,000 - $68,000 per annum (pro-rated to FTE)

Are you practical, organized, and take pride in creating clean, welcoming spaces? Do you enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds and contributing to a supportive community environment?

We are seeking a permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) Student Accommodation Assistant based in Hawke's Bay to commence employment in January 2027. This hands-on role supports the day-to-day operation of our student accommodation facilities in Taradale, with a strong focus on housekeeping, cleanliness, presentation, and resident support. Working as part of the Student Accommodation team, you will help ensure our accommodation is safe, comfortable, and welcoming for students while contributing to a positive and inclusive community environment.

The salary range for this position is $58,000 - $68,000 per annum (pro-rated to FTE), dependent on skills and experience.

The Student Accommodation Assistant is based within Student Services and reports to the Student Accommodation Manager and will be responsible for:

• Cleaning and preparing bedrooms and shared living areas for new residents.
• Undertaking regular housekeeping and accommodation inspections.
• Supporting residents to maintain clean and tidy living environments.
• Monitoring accommodation standards and maintaining housekeeping supplies.
• Identifying maintenance and health and safety issues and coordinating repairs.
• Undertaking minor maintenance tasks and liaising with contractors.
• Participating in an after-hours on-call roster (approximately one weekend in every three).
• Supporting resident wellbeing and contributing to an inclusive accommodation community.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Experience in housekeeping, cleaning, accommodation, hospitality, or a similar hands-on role.
• A practical approach with strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Confidence using digital systems and basic computer applications.
• The ability to work positively with people from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds.
• A commitment to inclusion, student wellbeing, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.

As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter. For more information, please view the Position Description below.

Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will undergo pre-employment checks.