Laundry Technician

Crew Life at Sea Ltd.; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Crew Life at Sea Ltd. is seeking a Laundry Technician to manage and operate shipboard laundry facilities with a focus on efficiency and safety.

The role involves maintaining washers, dryers, and ironing machines, supervising staff, and ensuring high-quality laundry services for the crew while complying with maritime standards and company procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as Laundry Technician, preferably in a maritime setting.
• Knowledge of laundry equipment and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work long hours and weekends as needed.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift heavy loads.
• Valid certification in laundry operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain laundry equipment, including washers, dryers, and ironing machines
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels of laundry supplies
• Sort, wash, dry, and fold laundry according to established procedures
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on laundry equipment
• Train and supervise ship's laundry staff on proper laundry procedures and safety protocols
• Ensure that all laundry operations comply with company and industry standards
• Keep accurate records of laundry usage and expenses
• Communicate with ship's management and crew to ensure timely and efficient laundry services
• Maintain a clean and organized laundry facility at all times

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Independent work

Tools

Laundry equipment

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain laundry equipment, including washers, dryers, and ironing machines
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels of laundry supplies
• Sort, wash, dry, and fold laundry according to established procedures
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on laundry equipment
• Train and supervise ship's laundry staff on proper laundry procedures and safety protocols
• Ensure that all laundry operations comply with company and industry standards
• Keep accurate records of laundry usage and expenses
• Communicate with ship's management and crew to ensure timely and efficient laundry services
• Maintain a clean and organized laundry facility at all times

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Laundry Technician, preferably in a maritime setting
• Knowledge of laundry equipment and procedures
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility to work long hours and weekends as needed
• Must be physically fit and able to lift heavy loads
• Valid certification in laundry operations is a plus