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LAUNDRY WORKER

Department of Health

Salary band

R 169 656

Closing date

31 August 2026

Reference

ECHEALTH/LAUW/FTH/ES/13/08/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Health

Location

Buffalo City Metro, Frere Tertiary Hospital

Salary

R144 024 - R169 656 per annum (Level 02)

Requirements

NQF level 1 or 2 (ABET level 2 certificate or equivalent) with no experience. Understanding of a Laundry set up. Poses good communication skills, be able to work shifts especially night shift. Be able to rotate areas in the laundry. Honest and reliable Poses physical strength and to cope with physical demands of position. Be able to work as a team and or independently.

Duties

Render laundry services: Maintain a safe and clean working environment in line with health and safety standards. Collect linen from relevant depots. Keep an accurate record of linen collected and returned to relevant units. Follow the basic procedure guidelines in preparing and disinfecting linen for wash. Follow the basic procedure guidelines for washed and cleaned linen. Keep linen in a good state by inspecting, mending and marking laundry. Be able to operate various machines in the laundry (i.e., washing, dryer ironing and pressers). Iron, fold, count and pack laundered items and seal linen bags. Collect and deliver linen to clients. Sort, count and record dirty linen. Do all laundry responsibilities as directed by the supervisor. Report any machine defaults to 136 the supervisor. Maintain laundry equipment/machines: Monitor equipment temperature. Keep laundry equipment in a proper state. Report defects. Check and request equipment service.

Enquiries

Ms N Mthitshana Tel No: (043) 709 2487/2532 or Noluthando.Mthitshana@echealth.gov.za

Notes

Applications must be submitted on a duly completed New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021), e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you press apply and generate Z83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents upon application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on/or before the interview day. View the list of the positions you applied for on “My Job Applications” and do note that the system Z83 does not reflect work experience and qualifications, however, every detail of your information does reflect to the Recruitment team. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents (like a copy of Permanent Resident Permit for Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders to HR on or before the interview date. Failure to submit all the required documents will disqualify the application. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Health. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·NQF level 1 or 2 (ABET level 2 certificate or equivalent) with no experience
  • ·Understanding of a Laundry set up
  • ·Poses good communication skills, be able to work shifts especially night shift
  • ·Be able to rotate areas in the laundry
  • ·Honest and reliable Poses physical strength and to cope with physical demands of position
  • ·Be able to work as a team and or independently

Key Duties

  • ·Render laundry services: Maintain a safe and clean working environment in line with health and safety standards
  • ·Collect linen from relevant depots
  • ·Keep an accurate record of linen collected and returned to relevant units
  • ·Follow the basic procedure guidelines in preparing and disinfecting linen for wash
  • ·Follow the basic procedure guidelines for washed and cleaned linen
  • ·Keep linen in a good state by inspecting, mending and marking laundry
  • ·Be able to operate various machines in the laundry (i
  • ·, washing, dryer ironing and pressers)
  • ·Iron, fold, count and pack laundered items and seal linen bags
  • ·Collect and deliver linen to clients

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Complete the Z83 form named in this advert, using the current official version
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Attach the certified ID and qualification documents specifically requested in this advert
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the LAUNDRY WORKER position at Department of Health?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to Department of Health from your Gmail account. The closing date is 31 August 2026.

What documents do I need to apply for a government post in South Africa?+

This advert asks for a completed Z83 form, which NewGenJobs can prepare from your profile. Submit a truthful, detailed CV with accurate employment dates. This advert also asks for certified supporting documents, so attach only the copies it names.

What is the salary for the LAUNDRY WORKER position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 169 656. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the LAUNDRY WORKER application close?+

The closing date for this position is 31 August 2026 - 3 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.