Drifter is seeking a Housekeeping Supervisor to join our team in Wellington.
This is a permanent, full-time position, with a minimum of 40 guaranteed hours per week.
Pay rate: NZD $33.82 per hour
Key responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operation of the housekeeping department, including guest rooms, common areas and laundry.
- Supervise the housekeeping team and ensure rooms and public areas are cleaned and presented to the required standard.
- Train and support housekeeping team members to perform their roles successfully.
- Prepare and manage department rosters in line with operational requirements.
- Manage housekeeping stock, including linen, cleaning supplies and guest amenities.
- Monitor inventory and support cost-effective purchasing.
- Ensure cleaning equipment and chemicals are used and stored safely.
- Manage lost property and damaged linen processes.
- Address housekeeping-related guest concerns and support the team in resolving service issues.
- Coordinate with other operational teams to ensure a smooth guest experience.
- Support the Property Manager with departmental reporting, team performance and operational improvements.
- Ensure the housekeeping team follows relevant health and safety requirements and company procedures.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in housekeeping, accommodation or hotel operations.
- Experience supervising and training housekeeping team members.
- Strong understanding of housekeeping standards, cleaning procedures and safe chemical handling.
- Ability to manage rosters, workloads and operational priorities.
- Good organisation and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with other hotel operational teams.
- Availability to work across a 7-day operation, including weekends and public holidays.
- A current police check or willingness to obtain one.
Employer Questions
Your application will include the following question(s):
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Are you a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident?
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Do you have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in housekeeping, accommodation or hotel operations?
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Do you have experience supervising and training housekeeping team members?
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Do you have experience managing rosters, timesheets and labour costs?
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Are you available to work across a 7-day operation, including weekends and public holidays?