Do you like cleaning?
Do you want to live and work in another country?
In 2025, New Zealand needs many housekeepers.
Hotels, motels, and resorts want more workers.
They are ready to give jobs to people from other countries.
They can also help with a work visa.
This guide will show you:
- Why New Zealand needs housekeepers.
- What visa you need.
- What skills are important.
- How to find a job.
- What life and work will be like.
Why New Zealand is Looking for Housekeepers in 2025
Tourism is big in New Zealand.
Many people travel there to see beaches, mountains, and cities.
Because of this, hotels and resorts are full of guests.
Hotels must keep rooms clean every day.
But there are not enough local workers.
So, employers look for workers from other countries.
Some employers are called accredited employers.
This means Immigration New Zealand (INZ) allows them to hire foreigners.
If you work with them, they can sponsor your visa.
Some numbers:
- More than 35,000 cleaners already work in New Zealand.
- Many workers leave their jobs quickly, so hotels must hire again.
- The need for cleaners is growing faster than the number of local workers.
Seasonal jobs:
In places like Queenstown, Christchurch, and Wellington, tourist numbers go up in summer and winter.
Hotels need more housekeepers in these times.
Some of these jobs also give visa sponsorship.
This makes it easier for foreigners to get a visa for a housekeeping job in 2025.
The Visa You Need: The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)
The main visa for housekeepers is called the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV).
If you want to work in New Zealand, you must apply for this visa.
Here are the steps:
Job Offer
You must get a job offer from an accredited employer.
Only accredited employers can hire you from another country.
They must first do a “Job Check” to show no New Zealand citizen is available.
Requirements
To get the visa, you must:
- Have a full-time job offer.
- Get at least the minimum wage (in 2025, about NZD $23.50 per hour).
- Be healthy and have good character.
- Be ready to do the work.
Apply
Your employer will give you a special token.
You use this token to apply online.
The process is fast.
Most visas are ready in a few weeks.
Essential Skills and Qualifications to Get Hired
You do not need a university degree for housekeeping.
But you must show that you have the right skills.
Important skills are:
- Cleaning experience: If you have worked in hotels or done other cleaning jobs, write it in your resume.
- Attention to detail: You must see small things, like dust or a pillow in the wrong place.
- Time management: Rooms must be ready quickly before new guests arrive.
- Physical fitness: The work is hard. You stand for many hours, lift things, and move a lot.
- Teamwork: You will work with other cleaners and staff. You must work well with them.
If you have these skills, employers will want to hire you.
Finding Visa-Sponsored Housekeeping Jobs in 2025
You must look in the right places to find a job with sponsorship.
Not all employers will sponsor you.
Here is how to search:
- Job boards: Use websites like Seek and Jora. Type “visa sponsorship” or “accredited employer” in the search. Some jobs will say clearly “visa sponsorship available.”
- Employer websites: Big hotels like Accor and IHG often hire foreign workers. Check their career pages online.
- Locations: Some cities have more jobs. Auckland and Queenstown are busy with tourists. They need many housekeepers.
If you focus on these places, your chance of finding a job is higher.
What to Expect: Salary, Work Environment, and Culture
Working as a housekeeper in New Zealand is a good start for life there.
- Salary: In 2025, the minimum wage is NZD $23.50 per hour. Some jobs may pay more, for example, if you are a supervisor.
- Work-life balance: New Zealand is famous for good balance. You may work mornings, evenings, or weekends. But many employers are fair and kind.
- ANZSCO Code: For visa rules, housekeeping is job code 811411. It is a lower-skill job, but you can still get the AEWV.
The work is not easy. But many people enjoy the friendly culture and safe environment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Do I need an English test?
A: Yes. You must show basic English. Usually, you take a test like IELTS.
Q: Can this job give me permanent residency?
A: Not directly. It is not on the Skilled Migrant list. But it gives you New Zealand work experience. This can help later for other visas.
Q: How long does the visa process take?
A: The AEWV is fast. After the employer finishes the Job Check, you may get the visa in a few weeks. But the full process (finding a job + applying) can take a few months.
Conclusion: Your Clean Start in New Zealand Awaits
A housekeeping job in New Zealand with visa sponsorship is a big chance in 2025.
The country needs workers.
The visa process is simple.
Employers are ready to hire.
If you have cleaning experience, if you pay attention to detail, and if you are ready to work hard, you can succeed.
Start now.
Make your resume.
Search for accredited employers.
Apply for jobs.
This can be your clean start in New Zealand — a safe, beautiful country full of new opportunities.