VACANCY – Laundry Worker
📍 Location
Itshelejuba Hospital
📌 Position
Laundry Worker
🏥 About the Role
Within the laundry unit, the Laundry Worker will have a critical support role for the hospital. Successful candidates will be responsible for handling, washing, drying, ironing, folding and distributing hospital linen and textiles, as well as hospital patient bedding and patient gowns. Hospital staff uniforms will also be part of the laundry worker’s tasks.
There are standards of cleanliness and infection control that must be maintained and honored as hospital laundry directly relates to the safety and comfort of patients.
Employees in the role of Laundry Worker will be expected to observe and follow hospital policies and to maintain the standards of hygiene and safety for the hospital. This position requires the ability to physically exert oneself as well as attention to detail, and the ability to work cohesively with a diverse group of individuals and to do so in a fast pace environment.
🧺 Main Duties
While duties may vary, a Laundry Worker can expect to:
- Follow hospital procedures to collect, sort, and separate dirty linen.
- Use washing machines, dryers, and ironing machines.
- Safely handle and manage potentially contaminated or infectious linen.
- Organize, pack, and distribute cleaned linen to various wards and departments.
- Keep the laundry area clean and organized.
- Inform supervisors about damaged linen or malfunctioning machines.
- Follow the standards and protocols of health, safety, and infection control.
This role is ideal for those who feel a sense of pride and ownership in terms of being clean, reliable, and a team player.
✅ Minimum Requirements
The following criteria have to be fulfilled in order for the candidate to be considered:
Minimum qualification: Grade 10
Candidates need to provide proof of their completion of grade 10 or an equivalent qualification from school.
CV
A comprehensive CV is required. Prior work in laundry, healthcare, hospitals, or hospitality is a plus, but not a requirement.
Valid South African ID
A certified copy of an ID is required.
Proof of Residence
A proof of residence that is less than 3 months old is required.
Candidates who do not provide all the required documentation will be disqualified.
💼 Why Consider This Opportunity?
Those looking for a foothold in the healthcare industry can take advantage of the opportunity this position offers. This is especially true for individuals with a grade 10 certificate looking for job security. Laundering hospital linens is a highly regarded service that is integral to patient care and the smooth functioning of the healthcare system. This position is ideal for people with little to no prior work experience because it provides them the opportunity to work in a healthcare setting.
📄 How to Apply
Applications can be submitted through any of the following means:
✔️ Hand Delivery
Bring your CV and supporting documents to:
Itshelejuba Hospital – Administration Block & Clinics
✔️ Email Application
Send your application to:
📧 zvmgroup@outlook.com
📌 Notice:
For your application to be processed without any complications, include your reference number in your application, or in the subject line of your email.
⏰ Closing Date
📅 16 January 2026
🕚 11:00 AM
⚠️ Applications submitted after the deadline will be disregarded. To ensure that no one is disappointed, applicants are advised to send their applications as soon as possible.
Final Notes
It is the policy of Itshelejuba Hospital to ensure fairness and transparency throughout the recruitment process. Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted. Thus, thoroughly completed and organized applications will be considered to improve the likelihood of being selected for the position.
If you are dependable, driven, and willing to support a healthcare facility that prioritizes order and the safety of its patients, this Laundry Worker position can be a good job for you.