This is an excellent opportunity for people interested in lending a hand in the entertainment and hospitality industry, to work with a tight-knit team at the Invercargill Civic Theatre, Rugby Park and Scottish Hall. In this position, you will be available for work on call as required to cover leave or when we require housekeepers for daytime or evening events.

Key responsibilities for this role may include:

• Assist in the timely and efficient delivery of housekeeping duties in the Civic Theatre and on occasion Scottish Hall and Rugby Park as required
• Check and if necessary clear away any catering or other material left in any areas, and restore the areas to a clean and tidy condition
• Assist to ensure that there is an adequate supply of cleaning and hygiene products in store, by regularly checking and reporting any requirements needed

What you will bring:

• Proven experience, and demonstrated ability in quality cleaning processes
• Ability to work flexible hours including sometimes at night after shows
• Good time management skills with the ability to prioritise and organise workloads
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

What we offer:

• Career progression and training/development opportunities
• Positive focus of employee health and well-being: Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc
• Kiwisaver and Superannuation Schemes

Waihōpai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland. We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and our local legend Burt Munro. Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere. There's outstanding nature reserves, Ōreti Beach & the Waihōpai River to explore plus our lively restaurants complimented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene are hard to beat! The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work. Who wouldn't want to call this place home!

For more information, please see the full position description or contact the Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Please don't apply directly via SEEK as we won't receive your application. Apply online at Jobs - Invercargill City Council

Applications close 17 May 2026. Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Successful applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be reviewed, first priority will be given to those applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand.