Housekeeper

About the Role

Southwest Properties is looking for a Housekeeper to help maintain clean, polished, and welcoming spaces across its properties in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This role focuses on specialized cleaning work and overall presentation standards for common areas and other spaces throughout the building portfolio.

The position is full-time and based onsite, with the work carried out at any Southwest Properties building. The schedule is primarily daytime, five days per week, and flexibility is needed for varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits and Perks

• Choice of health and dental plans, including single and family coverage
• Employee and family assistance support
• 4% matching GRRSP program
• Annual health and wellness incentives
• Transit allowance
• Educational reimbursement for qualifying employees and programs
• Company social events
• Charitable donation matching
• One paid volunteer day each year for a charity or organization of your choice
• Two personal days per year
• Employee discount program

Key Responsibilities

• Keep suites, hallways, lobbies, washrooms, corridors, elevators, and stairways clean, tidy, and free of stains or debris.
• Vacuum and shampoo carpets, rugs, draperies, and upholstered furnishings as needed.
• Collect and dispose of garbage and waste from bins and other areas.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, wax, and polish floors using manual and powered equipment.
• Dust and polish furniture, fixtures, fittings, and equipment.
• Replace light bulbs in shared areas when required.
• Sort laundry, operate washing machines, and iron and fold dried items.
• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, applying wax or polish where needed.
• Remove debris from parking areas and around the property.
• Clean carpeted grates and other common-area surfaces.
• Maintain regular cleanliness in fitness and entertainment spaces, including wiping down gym equipment.
• Keep pool and hot tub areas clean and safe.
• Prepare vacant suites so they are presentable and ready for showings and leasing.
• Make routine rounds across the property and raise cleanliness or maintenance concerns when necessary.
• Carry out light seasonal landscaping tasks such as raking, garbage removal, and watering plant boxes.
• Clean barbecue and terrace areas, including outdoor furniture, on a regular basis.
• Take precautions to protect residents and report damage, theft, or found items to the Assistant Property Manager.
• Request repairs or service support when needed.
• Follow all safety standards while performing housekeeping duties.
• Keep the cleaning cart organized and fully stocked.
• Interact professionally with residents, employees, and members of the public.
• Escort contractors through the building when Concierge support is unavailable.
• Maintain housekeeping tools and equipment in good working condition.

Work Environment

This role involves extended periods of standing and walking, along with occasional heavy lifting. Some duties are seasonal and may be affected by weather conditions.

Candidate Profile

Southwest Properties welcomes applicants who can contribute value even if they do not meet every listed qualification. The ideal candidate brings 1 to 2 years of cleaning experience and is comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with changing priorities.

Success in this role depends on strong customer service, attention to detail, organization, reliability, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Requirements

This position requires completion of a Criminal Records Check.

Company Values

Southwest Properties values a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and welcoming workplace. The company emphasizes teamwork, respect, and creating environments that bring joy to residents, visitors, and employees alike.

Selection Process

Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly.