Facilities Cleaner Hiring In New Zealand

The Mackenzie District Council is seeking dedicated Facilities Cleaners to join our Parks and Reserves team. Based in either Fairlie or Twizel, your role is essential in keeping our public facilities across the stunning Mackenzie District clean, hygienic, and welcoming for residents and visitors alike. If you’re an enthusiastic and hardworking person who enjoys being on the road and making a visible difference in your community, this full-time, permanent role is a fantastic opportunity to join a great team.

Company Overview

The Mackenzie District Council is dedicated to serving and enhancing one of New Zealand’s most spectacular regions. Our Parks and Reserves team works on the frontline to maintain the beauty and functionality of our public spaces, from alpine lakes to rugged high country. We are a team of people who are passionate about our district and committed to working together to protect and showcase the amazing place we call home. Our values of trust, teamwork, and guardianship guide everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

In this hands-on role, you will be the key to presenting our district at its best. Your primary duties will include:

• Maintaining council facilities to the highest standard through regular cleaning of public toilets, ensuring they are hygienic and fully stocked.
• Emptying rubbish bins and managing waste from various sites across the district.
• Performing interior and exterior cleaning of a variety of council buildings and facilities.
• Safely traveling between work locations throughout the Mackenzie District, enjoying the incredible scenery as part of your daily routine.
• Working effectively as part of the Parks and Reserves team to complete tasks to deadline and uphold our collective standards.
• Following all health and safety procedures diligently to ensure a safe environment for yourself, colleagues, and the public.

Qualifications

We are looking for reliable and self-motivated individuals with the following:

• A full Class 1 New Zealand Driver’s Licence is essential for traveling between sites.
• Proven relevant cleaning experience is essential for this role.
• The ability and willingness to work at least one day every weekend as part of a flexible weekly roster.
• Good physical fitness to perform cleaning duties across various locations.
• A strong health and safety focus, with a positive, can-do attitude.
• The ability to work both independently and cooperatively as part of a team to meet deadlines.
• Applicants must have New Zealand residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Benefits and Perks

Joining our council team means more than just a job; it’s a chance to build a career in a supportive environment while living in a world-class location. We offer:

•  Opportunities for training and development to advance your skills and career within the council.
•  Increased KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones.
• A positive, team-oriented environment with an innovative approach to diverse projects.
•  Birthday leave after your first year and retail discounts.
• A competitive hourly wage ranging from $18.00 to $22.00 per hour, based on experience.
•  No two days are the same enjoy interesting work that directly benefits your community, set against the backdrop of the stunning Mackenzie District.

Please note: The company is committed to safety. Successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol test prior to employment.

How to Apply

If you are a trustworthy, team-oriented guardian of our place, we would love to hear from you. To apply for this permanent, full-time position (Reference: 580), please follow the application instructions in the official advertisement. We welcome applications from individuals with NZ residency or a valid work visa. Please note that CORDE Ltd will not consider unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies for this vacancy. We look forward to receiving your application.