Housekeeper or Laundry Assistant Summerset Retirement Villages New Zealand

Summerset Retirement Villages seeks two part-time Housekeeper/Laundry Assistants for its new care centre in Cambridge, Waikato. The role pays NZD 26 to 30 per hour, based on enthusiasm, totaling roughly NZD 10,400 to 24,000 annually for 2-5 days weekly (8 AM-4:30 PM, including one weekend day). You’ll clean resident rooms, bathrooms, and communal areas, launder clothing/linens, and support infection control, creating a homely environment. No experience required; full training provided. Need physical fitness and care for aged residents. This job suits compassionate individuals eager to join a premium village with weekend pay boosts and health insurance.

About Company

Summerset, a leading retirement village operator, serves over 8,000 residents with 1,001 to 5,000 staff across New Zealand and Australia. Its Cambridge facility, opening soon, offers top-tier aged care in Waikato. Known for care and excellence, Summerset provides living options and services, with offices in Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, and Melbourne. It’s expanding in Victoria with seven villages. Some resident details stay private. Visit https://www.summerset.co.nz for more on its mission to bring the best of life.

Job Title

Housekeeper/Laundry Assistant

Responsibilities

• Clean resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas.
• Wash, fold, and return clothing/linens carefully.
• Label and mend personal laundry items.
• Support infection control and safety measures.
• Build friendly ties with residents and whānau.
• Monitor and restock cleaning supplies.
• Ensure high cleanliness and quality standards.
• Address resident needs with empathy.
• Vacuum, dust, and disinfect surfaces daily.
• Assist team with ad-hoc tasks.
• Report maintenance issues promptly.
• Maintain homely, uplifting spaces.
• Work 2-5 days, including weekends.
• Follow health and safety protocols.
• Promote dignity in resident care.

Requirements

Education

High school diploma.

Experience

No experience needed; healthcare/hospitality plus.

Skills

• Caring and detail-oriented approach.
• Physically fit for active cleaning.
• Good communication with residents.
• Organized for multiple tasks.
• Team player in warm culture.
• Reliable for set shifts.

Knowledge

• Basic cleaning and laundry techniques.
• Aged care environment basics.
• Infection control practices.
• Health and safety standards.
• Resident-focused service.
• NZ workplace regulations.

Applicant Location

Onsite in Cambridge, Waikato.

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