Housekeeping Cleaner

Role overview

Heritage Lifecare is hiring a part-time Housekeeping Cleaner for Granger House Lifecare in Greymouth, West Coast. This is a permanent position offering 12 hours per week across morning, afternoon, and weekend shifts. The role is based in a 70-bed care home and hospital, and it offers a chance to contribute to a caring residential environment with water views from the workplace.

About the organisation

Heritage Lifecare is among New Zealand’s largest and fastest-growing aged care providers, and it is also the country’s biggest dementia care provider. The organisation operates 42 care homes and 20 villages spanning from Whangarei to Invercargill. Its culture is described as supportive, nurturing, and community-focused, with a strong sense of whānau.

What the role involves

The successful candidate will help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents at Granger House Lifecare. The position calls for someone who enjoys household-style work, brings a helpful attitude, and understands the importance of creating a comfortable setting for older adults.

Key duties

You will be expected to deliver an efficient and reliable cleaning service for residents at the facility. The role requires professionalism, consistency, and a genuine commitment to supporting the wellbeing of clients through high standards of cleanliness and care.

Skills and experience

Prior cleaning experience is preferred, although full on-the-job training will be provided. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working both as part of a team and independently, build positive relationships with others, and communicate well. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, good time management, a friendly manner, and a customer-focused approach are all important. Experience working to a high quality standard is also valued.

What’s on offer

Heritage Lifecare offers the chance to work with one of New Zealand’s most progressive aged care organisations. The role comes with competitive pay aligned to skills and experience, opportunities for growth and professional development, and a supportive team environment. Most importantly, the position allows you to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.

Application notes

Applications close on 19 June 2026. Candidates should apply online. The employer supports Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Diversity and different perspectives are welcomed. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand, and preference will be given first to those who already hold that right, in line with New Zealand immigration requirements. Applications may be reviewed as they are received, and interviews could be scheduled before the closing date.

Additional information

Location: West Coast, Greymouth.

Document reference: Cleaner-(2).pdf.