Laundry Assistant

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai is seeking a Laundry Assistant to support our housekeeping team in Sepanggar, Sabah. You will manage linens, uniforms, and guest items, ensuring high quality and efficient processing to uphold our resort standards.

The role emphasizes safe operation of laundry equipment, attention to fabric care, and teamwork to maintain smooth operations during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Experience in laundry facility or hospitality preferred.
• Understanding of fabric types and washing techniques.
• Ability to operate commercial laundry equipment safely.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Physically capable of lifting heavy loads.
• Reliable, punctual with good work ethic.
• Good teamwork and communication.
• Knowledge of health and safety chemical handling.
• Fluency in English or Malay preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain commercial laundry equipment.
• Sort, wash, and dry linens and guest items.
• Inspect items for quality before folding.
• Fold, press, and pack laundry for delivery.
• Maintain inventory records of linens and uniforms.
• Report equipment malfunctions.
• Follow health, safety, and chemical handling procedures.
• Support team during peak periods.
• Keep laundry facility clean and organized.

Skills

Laundry operations

Fabric care

Equipment operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reliability

Communication

Health & safety

Language fluency

Tools

Commercial laundry equipment

Job description

About the role

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai is seeking a Laundry Assistant to join our dedicated housekeeping team. Based in Sepanggar, Sabah, this role is essential to maintaining the exceptional standards of cleanliness and presentation that our guests expect from a premium resort experience. As a Laundry Assistant, you will play a vital part in ensuring all linens, uniforms, and guest items are processed efficiently and to the highest quality standards, supporting the overall operations of our world-class hospitality facility.

Key responsibilities

• Operating and maintaining commercial laundry equipment, including washers, dryers, and pressing machines
• Sorting, washing, and drying linens, towels, and guest items in accordance with resort standards and fabric care instructions
• Inspecting laundered items for quality, stains, and damage prior to folding and distribution
• Folding, pressing, and packaging clean laundry for delivery to guest rooms, housekeeping departments, and back-of-house areas
• Maintaining accurate inventory records of linens and uniforms to ensure adequate stock levels
• Reporting equipment malfunctions or maintenance issues promptly to supervisors
• Adhering to health, safety, and hygiene protocols whilst handling chemicals and operating machinery
• Supporting fellow team members to maintain smooth laundry operations during peak periods
• Maintaining a clean and organised laundry facility at all times

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience working in a laundry facility, hotel, or hospitality environment is advantageous
• Basic understanding of different fabric types and appropriate washing techniques
• Ability to operate commercial laundry equipment safely and effectively
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality standards
• Physical fitness and capability to lift and carry heavy loads of laundry regularly
• Reliability and punctuality with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills and willingness to follow instructions
• Understanding of health and safety procedures, particularly regarding chemical handling
• Fluency in English or Malay is preferred

The romanticism and mysticism of Borneo awaits you in the world’s last unexplored paradise. Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai lies on 3,335 acres of unrivalled natural and landscaped surroundings on the spectacular Karambunai Peninsula in Kota Kinabalu. The South China sea, six kilometres of pristine white sand beach and a million-year old tropical rainforest poise as the majestic margin and backdrop. 485 Luxury Guest Rooms and Suites, each with private balcony including 6 Presidential and Royal Villas with private swimming pool, jacuzzi and panoramic views of the ocean and manicured gardens. Only 38 minutes drive from the Kota Kinabalu International Airport, and directly connected to major international destinations.

The romanticism and mysticism of Borneo awaits you in the world’s last unexplored paradise. Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai lies on 3,335 acres of unrivalled natural and landscaped surroundings on the spectacular Karambunai Peninsula in Kota Kinabalu. The South China sea, six kilometres of pristine white sand beach and a million-year old tropical rainforest poise as the majestic margin and backdrop. 485 Luxury Guest Rooms and Suites, each with private balcony including 6 Presidential and Royal Villas with private swimming pool, jacuzzi and panoramic views of the ocean and manicured gardens. Only 38 minutes drive from the Kota Kinabalu International Airport, and directly connected to major international destinations.