Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: General Educational and Training Certificate (GETC)/Grade 9 (Std 7). Experience: Appropriate experience in laundry services in a hospital environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to do manual labor (heavy linen bags) and assist in other departments when required. Able to handle heavily soiled linen containing human excretions and blood. Physically fit and able to lift heavy items. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Proper working knowledge of all laundry/linen policies, protocols, procedures and good work ethics. Good interpersonal, organising and decision-making skills. Knowledge of inventory/stock control. Ability to work in a team and independently. Computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel). Good communication skills.
Duties
Supervise and evaluate laundry staff, ensure staff perform optimally and perform routine inspections to ensure staff adheres to procedures. Compile and submit monthly statistics and schedule maintenance of equipment. Perform stock taking and record keeping of linen/clothing. Responsible for record-keeping and compilation of reports. Coordination of the provision of effective training appropriate to service delivery. Effectively manage the utilisation and supervision of resources as well as related HR matters.
Salary
R193 359 per annum
Where
Vredendal Hospital, Matzikama Sub-district
Closing Date
31 October 2025
Applications
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
Enquiries
Mr D Snell Tel No: (027) 213-2035