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CHIEF LAUNDRY MANAGER

Department of Health and Wellness · (Laundry Services - Lentegeur Central Laundry)

Closing date
18 September 2026
Reference
PSC 32/341
Salary band
R 413 001
Application method
Email application
Listing status: Reviewed 4 September 2026

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About this role

Department: Department of Health and Wellness Directorate: Facilities Management Location: (Laundry Services - Lentegeur Central Laundry) Salary: R413 001 per annum Requirements: Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate three-year Diploma/Degree. Experience: Appropriate experience in Supervision or Management of a laundry line. Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work shifts, extended hours, or overtime when required. Physical capability to stand for long periods and lift heavy loads/equipment. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer Literacy particularly in Word and Excel. High level of excellence in accurate data capturing and recording. Excellent human relations abilities and telephone skills. Thorough knowledge of SANS 10146, SANS 1044, OHSA, PFMA, and Public Service Regulations. Strong leadership, supervisory, and people management skills. Demonstrated problem-solving, strategic planning, 293 and organizational capabilities. Financial, Supply Chain, and HR Management skills. Ability to work under pressure independently and lead a team safely. Duties: Implementation and control of the strategic management of the Laundry. Implementation & control of the operational laundry services. Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily production, stock levels, storage, and distribution in line with SANS 10146 and SANS 1044. Implement and control of quality and risk. Assist in managing the operational expenditure and administrative prescripts of the Laundry. Implement the principles of Human Resources. Effective leadership and people management. Conduct stocktaking, manage requisitions for equipment/repairs, write off unserviceable stock, and manage GG vehicle usage. Oversee health and safety inspections, pest control registers, emergency evacuations, key control, and physical security measures in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA 85 of 1993). Enquiries: Mr A Jantjies Te l N o: (021) 918-1702 Notes: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Closing Date: 2026-09-18T17:00:00+02:00

Requirements

  • Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate three-year Diploma/Degree
  • Experience: Appropriate experience in Supervision or Management of a laundry line
  • Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work shifts, extended hours, or overtime when required
  • Physical capability to stand for long periods and lift heavy loads/equipment
  • Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer Literacy particularly in Word and Excel
  • High level of excellence in accurate data capturing and recording
  • Excellent human relations abilities and telephone skills
  • Thorough knowledge of SANS 10146, SANS 1044, OHSA, PFMA, and Public Service Regulations
  • Strong leadership, supervisory, and people management skills
  • Demonstrated problem-solving, strategic planning, 293 and organizational capabilities

Key responsibilities

  • Implementation and control of the strategic management of the Laundry
  • Implementation & control of the operational laundry services
  • Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily production, stock levels, storage, and distribution in line with SANS 10146 and SANS 1044
  • Implement and control of quality and risk
  • Assist in managing the operational expenditure and administrative prescripts of the Laundry
  • Implement the principles of Human Resources
  • Effective leadership and people management
  • Conduct stocktaking, manage requisitions for equipment/repairs, write off unserviceable stock, and manage GG vehicle usage
  • Oversee health and safety inspections, pest control registers, emergency evacuations, key control, and physical security measures in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA 85 of 1993)