External Grounds Cleaner Full Time | Auckland City Hospital

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External Grounds Cleaner Full Time | Auckland City Hospital

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

We are seeking 1 FTE full-time Cleaner to join our Cleaning Services team, based at Auckland City Hospital.

This is a unique opportunity for someone to step into a dedicated External Grounds Cleaner position, working Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM 3:00 PM.

As the External Grounds Cleaner, your focus will be maintaining the external hospital environment to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation. You'll be working outdoors across all seasons, playing an important role in creating a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

Routine outdoor cleaning duties including sweeping, water blasting, leaf blowing, and bin area upkeep
Completing scheduled tasks across daily, weekly, fortnightly, and monthly cycles
Minor maintenance and safety checks on outdoor cleaning equipment
Supporting internal cleaning teams during adverse weather or staffing shortages
Nga Pukenga Motuhake | Important Skills

To be successful in this role, you will:

Be comfortable working outdoors in all reasonable weather conditions
Demonstrate strong task management and timekeeping
Be physically fit and able to perform manual tasks such as lifting, pushing trolleys, and walking large distances
Have experience with, or willingness to learn, outdoor cleaning equipment (e.g., blowers, water blasters)
Possess basic mechanical aptitude for routine maintenance of machinery
Understand and apply hygiene and infection control principles, even in external settings
Be adaptable and able to assist with internal cleaning duties when required
Previous experience in commercial or outdoor cleaning is an advantage, but full training will be provided.

He aha nga painga o tenei mahi mou | Why you will enjoy working here

We offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and professional growth:

Access to the To Thrive programme: includes free health checks, laundry allowance, eye tests, life insurance, and wellbeing support
A supportive team environment with opportunities to grow within the organisation
Job security and the ability to make a real difference in the healthcare environment
Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please apply online, outlining your relevant experience and motivation for the role.

If you have any questions about accessibility or the application process, contact Abi Salisbury Recruitment Consultant at Abi.Salisbury@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

Please note: You must have valid working rights in New Zealand (NZ Citizen or Resident) to apply. This role is not open to overseas applicants.