Laundry / Service Technician

Job Placements; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Cape Town seeks a Chemical Stock Room Manager to oversee chemical storage, manage stock levels, and ensure health and safety compliance. The ideal candidate will perform inspections, conduct quality assurance testing, and represent the company with professionalism. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and commitment to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety.
• Ability to monitor chemical handling and perform basic repairs.
• Skilled in conducting inspections and recording data.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized chemical storage area.
• Inspect and replenish chemical levels regularly.
• Monitor flow rates and conduct alkalinity tests.

Job description

Key Performance Areas

Chemical Stock Room Management

• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free chemical storage area at all times.
• Unpack and store incoming chemical stock in designated areas following proper stock rotation practices.
• Ensure detergents and other chemicals are stored securely and safely.
• Accurately record all stock received and manage documentation of returned empty containers.
• Track and document detergent issues to internal departments including Stock Tanks, Spotting Room, Guest Laundry, Garments, and Hospitality.
• Conduct weekly stock counts and submit reports to the company s management.

In‑Plant Chemical Handling (Mixing Tanks, Drums)

• Perform daily inspections to ensure chemical mixing tanks and dosing pumps are fully operational; report faults and conduct basic repairs where possible.
• Monitor stock levels in chemical supply tanks; mix and transfer stock solutions to holding tanks as needed.
• Inspect and replenish chemical levels in L and 25L drums regularly.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, dispose of empty bags and place empty drums in designated cages for collection.
• Always adhere to Health & Safety regulations and use PPE where applicable.
• Clean chemical mixing tanks weekly and ensure dosing equipment is wiped and cleaned regularly.
• Test and record the alkalinity of stock solutions after each mix.
• Inspect all chemical lines frequently for signs of wear, leakage, or damage, and replace where necessary.

Flow Rate & Alkalinity Monitoring

• Check and record flow rates of chemical diaphragm and peristaltic pumps monthly; report any deviations from required standards immediately.
• Conduct pH and alkalinity readings on incoming recycled water three times daily and maintain records.
• Perform daily alkalinity tests on CBW systems (Garment & Hospitality) and weekly tests on kg Milnors; report any deviations.
• Monthly monitoring of flow rates and alkalinity for Guest Laundry and small washer extractors; replace worn tubes as necessary.

General Quality Assurance

• Continuously monitor the quality of washed linen and garments throughout the plant and report abnormalities.
• Ensure machine operators are using the correct wash programs based on classification.
• Conduct and record regular Reflectometer readings on processed linen.

Represent the Company

Represent the company professionally with respect, honesty, and dedication when engaging with clients and staff.

Ad Hoc Duties

• Support off‑site technical tasks and installations as required.
• Assist with additional operational responsibilities as assigned by management.