- Company: Baptist Care
- Location: New Zealand (nationwide) (nationwide)
- Salary: NZ$172–NZ$181/hr
Baptist Care at a glance
BaptistCare is a care and seniors-living organisation. Recent coverage includes a large Western Australia retirement-village acquisition reported by Cushman & Wakefield, a ~$140m seniors-living deal covered by AFR, and a substantial development plan noted by Australian Ageing Agenda.
BAPTISTCARE — NEW ZEALAND CLEANER
About This Position
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Cleaner to join our team at BaptistCare in New Zealand (nationwide) (nationwide). As a Cleaner, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean and hygienic environment for our residents. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of older Australians while enjoying flexible working hours.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform thorough cleaning duties including dusting, mopping, and sanitizing common areas and resident rooms.
- Assist with laundry, meal preparation, and other daily activities as required.
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in all areas to ensure the well-being of our residents.
- Follow safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment.
Requirements
- A genuine passion for helping others and making a difference in people's lives.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Physical fitness to carry out cleaning tasks efficiently.
- Ability to work well under supervision and as part of a team.
More About BaptistCare
BaptistCare is a values-driven organization committed to providing exceptional care and support to older Australians. We offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including health and wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and more. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
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Recent news
- BaptistCare executive faces prison after erotica book is deemed child abuse material - The Roys Report
- BaptistCare acquires Keyton's WA retirement village portfolio - Cushman & Wakefield
- BaptistCare goes big in seniors living with $140m deal - AFR
- BaptistCare’s $2.5b development plan approved - Australian Ageing Agenda
- BaptistCare launches new branding a year after merger - The Weekly Source
Aggregated from public discussions and news; opinions are the authors’ own.
Working in New Zealand (nationwide) (nationwide)
New Zealand (nationwide) / Aotearoa is an island country in the southwestern Pacific, made up mainly of the North and South Islands plus hundreds of smaller islands, east of Australia across the Tasman Sea. This role is listed as on-site (not remote) in New Zealand (nationwide).
🇳🇿 Relocation safety for New Zealand (nationwide): Very Safe — via Warnely, CC BY 4.0
National unemployment rate in New Zealand (nationwide): 5.1% — via World Bank
GDP per capita in New Zealand (nationwide): $49,591 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in New Zealand (nationwide): 2.8% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in New Zealand (nationwide): 0.5% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in New Zealand (nationwide): 1,723 — via OECD
About this role & career path
O*NET groups this work under Janitors and Cleaners (37-2011.00): building cleaning, restocking restrooms, trash removal, and basic security/safety checks, with escalation when building systems need repair.
Traits that fit this role
- Dependability
Source: O*NET Work Styles (Distinctiveness Rank).
Typical preparation needed: Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed. Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. — via O*NET
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Source: O*NET (public-domain bulk data)
Salary & compensation
Workers in Building & Grounds Cleaning & Maintenance occupations earn a national median of $27,228 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Build the skills for this role
- Safe chemical and equipment use without damaging floors or fixtures
- Restroom service, trash handling, and floor care (sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum)
- Basic security habits (locking, hazard spotting) and clear repair reporting
- How you prioritise high-traffic areas in a care or residential setting
- Examples of following chemical and equipment procedures safely
- How you notice and report hazards or needed repairs to managers
Strong fit if you are reliable, detail-focused, and comfortable with physical cleaning work in seniors-care or residential facilities, with clear communication when something needs fixing.
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Listing facts
- Role Cleaner
- Employer Baptist Care
- Location New Zealand (nationwide) (nationwide)
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) NZ$172–NZ$181/hr
- Posted July 22, 2026
- Apply by August 21, 2026
- Country New Zealand (nationwide)
- Overview Full job description on this page (238 words)
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Typical work in Cleaner
Independent occupational context from O*NET (U.S. public-domain labor data). This is about the occupation, not a rewrite of this employer's posting.
- Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
- Gather and empty trash.
- Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
- Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours or checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
- Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
- Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
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