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• We are committed to delivering top-tier cleaning services that make a real impact
• Be part of a diverse, welcoming team where everyone belongs.
• All safety gear and uniforms provided, so you can focus on the job.

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

Are you looking for a rewarding role where your work truly matters? Join our team of dedicated cleaners at Middlemore Hospital, where your contribution supports patient care and creates a safer, healthier environment for all.

As a Cleaner, you will help maintain the highest hygiene standards across hospital wards, departments, and non-clinical areas. You will be an essential part of the hospital environment, supporting staff, patients, and visitors alike.

Key responsibilities;

• Perform bed discharge cleaning
• Carry out isolation and decontamination cleaning (full training provided, including Bioquell systems)
• Hang curtains (youll need to be confident using a ladder)
• Follow detailed cleaning procedures and area-specific duty lists

We currently have permanent role, working full time 40 hours a week available. Monday to Sunday. Due to the nature of the work, you must be flexible and available to work across a variety of 8-hour shift times 7 days a week. Our 24/7 service rotating-roster includes morning, evening, night and weekend shift times.

About you

• Experience in cleaning is greatbut not essential; we provide full training
• Physically fit, able to walk or stand for long periods
• Comfortable working at height using a ladder
• A positive, customer-focused attitude
• Team player who can also work independently

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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply, all applications must be submitted through our online careers portal https://info.health.nz/careers/explore-new-zealand/auckland/east-south-counties-manukau. To review the position description please "click here" or more information please contact Tangi Namulauulu in the Recruitment Centre on email Tangi.Namulauulu@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

Closing Date: 17th September 2026