Job Summary

The Laundry Attendant operates or tends to the washing machine, dryer, iron and mantel.  The successful candidate will be responsible for collecting, sorting, washing, and ironing.  He/she will also deliver linen to the respective departments.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The Laundry Attendant is required to perform the following:

• Collect and sort linen, gown and kitchen towels.
• Wash and disinfect linen and gowns
• Inspects linen before leaving the laundry to ensure that they are free from spots and/or stains and to determine any need for repair
• Iron or mantel articles
• Perform other related duties

Physical Demands/ Working Conditions

This job entails frequent standing, the occasional physical demands of washing by hand, and extended periods in the sun.

Academic qualifications and experience required for job:

• At least the completion of primary or secondary school education
• Must be literate
• Should possess the ability to match or detect differences between colours, including shades of colour and brightness.

Specific Skills and Competencies Required

• Must have good interpersonal skills
• Must have good health and a high level of tolerance to cope with standing and walking
• Good team player.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Application letter along with resume should be submitted online through the portal below as one document addressed to:

Human Resource Director
Andrews Memorial Hospital Ltd.
27 Hope Road, Kingston 10

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.