Laundry Supervisor

Gauteng Department of Health; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A public health department is seeking a Laundry Supervisor in Johannesburg, Gauteng. The role requires supervising laundry staff to ensure efficient operations, including preparing clean linens for clients and overseeing cleaning procedures. Candidates should have at least three years of relevant experience and must be computer literate. You will also need strong communication and supervisory skills to manage the team effectively. The position involves working shifts and meeting physical demands. Apply by December 31, 2025.

Qualifications

• Must be computer literate and able to work under pressure.
• 03 years relevant experience required in a laundry working environment.
• Be prepared to do physical labour and wear protective clothing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise laundry workers and conduct regular meetings.
• Prepare and send clean linen to clients.
• Oversee sorting and cleaning processes in the laundry area.

Skills

Planning and Organising

Basic numeracy

Good communication

Supervisory skills

Education

Gare 10 or ABET level 04 qualification

Job description

Job title: Laundry Supervisor

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: December 31, 2025

Closing Date: 24-12-2025

Requirements

• Gare 10 or ABET level 04 qualification. Must be computer literate. Be able to work under pressure. Able to work shifts including public holidays. Good communication, numerical, organizing and supervisory skills.
• 03 years relevant experience required. Knowledge of working procedures in a laundry working environment.
• Skills: Planning and Organising, Basic numeracy, literacy, sound human relation, ability to perform routine tasks and Basic interpersonal relationship.
• Have ability to liaise with stakeholders. Be prepared to do physical labour. It is a legal requirement that employees wear protective clothing.

Duties

• Supervise laundry workers.
• Assist with PMDS and IDC.
• Prepare and send clean linen to the clients.
• Oversee sorting and counting of soil linen from different hospitals.
• Oversee cleaning of the laundry area.
• Conduct regular meetings with subordinates.
• Perform any other duties delegated by Management.