Job Advertisement: Laundry Worker
Employer: Department of Health (Far East Rand Hospital)
Reference Number: REFS/035198
Location: Springs, Gauteng
Directorate: Support Services
Package: R138,486.00 – R163,131.00 per annum (plus benefits)
Closing Date: 05 February 2026
Role Overview
The Laundry Worker is responsible for the collection, sorting, and distribution of hospital linen, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and inventory management within the support services division.
Key Responsibilities
Linen Handling: Collect soiled linen from wards; sort, count, sluice, record, and pack into linen bags.
Receiving & Packing: Receive clean linen from Dunswart laundry; count, record, and pack onto shelves.
Distribution: Distribute clean linen to various hospital departments.
Maintenance: Ensure all linen rooms in the wards are neatly packed and stock levels are maintained; mend torn linen.
Inventory: Conduct a full inventory of linen twice a year.
General: Perform any laundry-related responsibilities as delegated by the Supervisor.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Minimum Grade 10 or equivalent qualification.
Literacy: Must be able to read and write.
Communication: Good communication and customer care skills.
Soft Skills: Ability to work well in a team and independently; problem-solving skills.
Availability: Must be prepared to work shifts.
Knowledge: Knowledge of laundry services and sewing is beneficial.
How to Apply (Important Instructions)
Online Only: Applications must be submitted strictly online via the Gauteng E-Recruitment portal. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted.
Z83 Form: Must include a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form (obtainable from any Public Service Department or online at
www.dpsa.gov.za CV: Include a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.
Disqualification: Applications without the new Z83 or a detailed CV will be disqualified.
Foreign Qualifications: It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA.
Verification: Shortlisted candidates will undergo suitability checks (criminal, citizenship, credit, etc.) and may be subjected to a skills/knowledge test and Medical Surveillance.
Official Application Link:
Enquiries: Mr. S. Rumo (011) 812 8322
Note: The Department intends to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability). Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
