Laundry Supervisor

WA Country Health Service; Southern Cross; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% employer contributed superannution

Salary packaging

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible leave arrangements

Other allowances

Job summary

WA Country Health Service seeks a dedicated laundry services professional to manage daily linen operations for Albany Health Campus and other sites. You will ensure timely production and supply of clean linen, maintaining high quality standards for patient and staff use.

The role requires adherence to hygiene, safety policies, and teamwork within a supportive health service environment. Flexible arrangements and professional development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Adheres to safe work practices, procedures and instructions.
• Demonstrates supervisory skills and communicates effectively to ensure tasks meet standards.
• Committed to hygiene and infection prevention requirements.
• Knowledge of operation of industrial washing machines and chemical supply systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation, production and supply of clean linen for Albany Health Campus and designated sites.
• Provide a quality laundry service to patients and staff in line with policies and procedures.

Skills

Safe work practices

Supervisory skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Hygiene and infection prevention

Industrial washing machines operation

Job description

Position Profile

Responsible for the day to day operation, production and supply of clean linen for Albany Health Campus and other designated sites in accordance with procedures and instructions. Provide for a quality laundry service to patients and staff.

The occupant of this position is required to demonstrate a positive commitment to modelling our organisational values, safety and quality improvement and the Code of Conduct in all aspects of their employment. Compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, standards and legislation including Confidentiality and Work Health and Safety policies is mandatory. This is a Permanent Full Time Appointment.

Area Profile

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

Suitability Criteria

Suitability recognises that a range of factors contribute to merit, including skills, knowledge, abilities, behaviors, ethical alignment and relevant operational requirements. The suitability requirements below are derived from the Job Description Form and define what will be assessed to determine your suitability for the role:

• Ability to follow safe work practices, procedures and instructions
• Demonstrated supervisory skills, ability to communicate effectively to ensure tasks are completed to required standards, and ability to contribute in a close team environment
• Commitment to hygiene and infection prevention requirements
• Knowledge of operation of industrial washing machines and the use of chemicals and automatic supply systems

Employee Benefits

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location based allowances

For Further Job Related Information

We encourage you to contact Simone Connell on 0459 586 347.

Applicants Are Required To Provide

• A statement addressing the suitability criteria, (maximum 3 pages) outlining your skills, experience, knowledge and what you will bring to the role
• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) summarising your relevant experience and ability to meet the position requirements
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferably including your current or most recent manager

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Further information about the role, including key duties please see the Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.