Temporary Cleaner - Waitakere Hospital
PLEASE NOTE, THIS ROLE IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF TE WHATU ORA HEALTH NEW ZEALAND. WE'RE UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE OUTSIDE OF OUR ORGANISATION.
Cleaner, Waitakere HospitalTemporary role ending September 2026
Shift available: Monday to Friday 0800 - 1200 hours
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
The contribution our Cleaners make is integral to maintaining a safe hygienic environment for our patients, their whanau, and our staff. As a Cleaner, you will do something you can be proud of every day as you play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone within our hospital.Our dedicated team of Cleaners work around the clock in our hospitals, and we are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team on a temporary, part time basis. To view the position description, please click here.
About Us
Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Waitemata provides health services to approximately 500,000 residents in the North Shore, Waitakere, and Rodney areas. It has the largest population of any health district.
Waitakere Hospital is located at the foot of the magnificent Waitakere Ranges, close to the black volcanic sand beaches of the west coast. We serve mainly the Waitakere and Kaipara populations, seeing around 24,000 patients a year.
For more information on living and working in Waitemata District, click here.
About you
We are looking for someone with the below skills and attributes:
Excellent customer service skillsGood command of verbal and written English
Respectful and courteous towards patients and colleagues
Reliable and available to pick up shifts at short notice
Motivated to engage in mandatory staff training sessions (may include operating floor care machinery)
Ability to follow duty lists and safety protocols as well as instructions for specialised cleaning equipment
Flexible and able to adapt to unexpected changes within the busy hospital environment
In return, we offer opportunities for career advancement and successful applicants will receive support to attain Level 3 NZQA Qualifications.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 22 May 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sarah Kneller Recruitment Consultant via sarah.kneller@tewhatuora.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Job reference: WDHB21573