Supervisor Housekeeping, Pinewood Lodge

Delaware North New Zealand is hiring a Housekeeping Supervisor to join our dynamic team at Pinewood Lodge. As Housekeeping Supervisor, you will be actively involved in running the day-to-day operations of the housekeeping department across the property. You will supervise the housekeeping teams by leading from the front in the delivery of housekeeping duties to maintain a consistent standard of cleanliness across all guest accommodation, public areas, and other property facilities that meet or exceed guest expectations.

This is a 6-month fixed-term maternity cover opportunity working 30 hours per week on a rotating roster (Monday – Sunday), including weekends and public holidays as required.

• →Supervise, train, and motivate the housekeeping team, fostering a collaborative environment and providing ongoing feedback
• →Ensure the consistency, quality, and integrity of housekeeping work
• →Support the Housekeeping Manager in their absence and day-to-day operations; conduct daily briefings, rostering, and allocation of tasks
• →Manage inventory and budgets, including monitoring stock levels, stock distribution and rotation, stocktakes, and movement reporting
• →Identify problems or issues that are required to be escalated to the management team
• →Maintain a safe work environment by assisting with implementation of OH&S policies and procedures

• Minimum 2 years’ relevant housekeeping experience within a luxury resort/hotel environment, with accommodation and hospitality industry knowledge
• Demonstrated experience leading a diverse team to achieve high guest satisfaction and meet business objectives
• Collaborative leadership style with a guest-centric focus, strong attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure
• Effective coaching, mentoring, and training skills
• Proven experience in inventory management
• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Tourism, or Hospitality Management, preferred

Nestled among Queenstown’s stunning alpine scenery, Pinewood Lodge combines comfort and convenience in a relaxed, village-style setting. Spread across three acres of landscaped grounds, with sweeping views of The Remarkables, the property offers 130 rooms, ranging from private studios and self-contained apartments to shared lodges. Guests enjoy practical amenities including communal kitchens, BBQ areas, bike storage, and on-site parking, making it an ideal choice for families, groups, and solo travellers. Perfectly located just minutes from the town centre, Pinewood Lodge provides the ultimate base for exploring Queenstown’s adventure activities and natural wonders.