Housekeeping
Job in
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Listing for:
Shannex Incorporated
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-18
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 16.5 - 18.18 CAD Hourly
CAD
16.50
18.18
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Number: J
-
Job Title:Housekeeping Job Category:
Housekeeping, Laundry and Maintenance Job Type: Permanent Full Time Date Posted:
January 23, Closing Date:
February 27, Number of Positions: 1
Job Description
If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career as a Permanent Full Time Housekeeper at the brand new Parkland at the Common lifestyle residence.
Rising above the iconic corner of Robie and Quinpool, Parkland at the Common is an elegant 25-storey community that combines the richness of Halifax’s West End with an elevated living experience for older adults seeking the very best in urban living.
Residents and visitors will be wowed by exceptional, personalized service delivered by a full complement of hospitality-minded team members who enjoy unique perks—perhaps none more enticing than Parkland at the Common’s highly accessible location and city skyline views. From the heated indoor pool to valet parking, a full-service salon and spa, multiple chef-prepared dining venues and more, this community offers a seamless blend of beauty and function that delights at every turn.
Meaningful Benefits
You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:
Approximate hourly wage: $16.50 - $18.18Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (eligible immediately upon hire)Life, travel, and other insurancesAccess to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit planRRSP program (5% employer matching)Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insuranceFree onsite parkingAccess to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our Work Perks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment eventsAccess to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safetyAbout the Opportunity
Thoroughly clean common areas including lobbies, hallways, and stairwellsSweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing kitchens and bathrooms.Completes common area housekeeping duties as per assignmentCollect refuse from residents' rooms and dispose of this refuse in accordance with set procedures;Documents all completed job routine tasksCompletes audits and inspections as requiredCompletes resident’s personal laundry services as requestedCommunicates supply needs to People Leader in a timely mannerEfficiently uses supplies and equipment to maintain service quality levelsClean and restock housekeeping cart; notify Supervisor when supplies are low;Promote safety culture by continuously working safely including but not limited to identifying and reporting hazards, following safe work practices and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, supporting others to work safely and completing safety education.All additional duties as assignedAbout You
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
A High School diploma or equivalent educationMinimum of one year experience in commercial housekeeping and/ or laundryA high level of initiative for and commitment to completing housekeeping assignments efficiently and in a warm, friendly, and customer-service-oriented manner.Ability to communicate well with internal and external customers to meet needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner.Knowledge of infection control and prevention practicesAbility to utilize auto scrubber, floor buffer, vacuumPrevious experience working with seniors or in a seniors’ living environment considered an assetAbility…
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