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Housekeeper / Laundry Assistant

Housekeeper / Laundry Assistant

Summerset Retirement VillagesLower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand
13 hours ago
Job description

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At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.

Job Description

A Housekeeper / Laundry Assistant at Summerset is more than just a cleaner. You're a quiet hero behind the scenes — keeping our village fresh, homely, and dignified for the people who live here. You’ll be a key part of creating a clean, uplifting, and homelike environment for residents, their whānau, and fellow team members.

Your Day-to-day Activities Will Include

  • Ensuring high-quality cleaning across resident rooms, bathrooms, communal areas, laundry, and kitchen facilities
  • Laundering, folding and returning residents’ clothing and linens with care and attention
  • Labelling, mending and maintaining residents' personal laundry items
  • Supporting infection control measures and health and safety procedures
  • Building friendly, respectful relationships with residents and understanding their unique needs

Qualifications

  • You have experience in housekeeping ideally in healthcare or hospitality
  • Take pride in your work and care about the small details
  • Are physically fit and comfortable working on your feet
  • Have a genuine interest in aged care (no experience necessary – full training provided)
  • Benefits

  • Weekend pay rates : An additional 40% on your hourly wage
  • Time and a half : For any shift over 8 hours in a day
  • Free Southern Cross Health Essentials insurance
  • A supportive team culture where you’re truly valued
  • Career development opportunities across aged care, hospitality, wellness and more
  • Next Steps

    Applications for this role will close on 11 / 11 / 2025. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications – apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!

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