Laundry Manager Required In Australia

We’re looking for a full-time Laundry Manager to take the reins at our small commercial laundry in Mitchell. This isn’t a behind-the-desk role you’ll be hands-on, managing daily operations, leading a team of nine staff plus a driver, and making sure everything runs smoothly. The laundry services three Capital Hotels in Canberra and operates four days a week (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday), with hours from 6am to 4pm on most days. If you have experience managing laundry operations, strong leadership skills, and an eye for detail, this could be your next move.

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Where You’ll Be Working

We’re a small but busy commercial laundry in Mitchell, servicing three hotels in Canberra. The operation runs like clockwork—Monday, Wednesday, and Friday are full production days from 6am to 4pm, while Thursdays are more flexible, focused on cleaning and light maintenance. We don’t operate on public holidays, adjusting to alternate days when needed. Nine staff are rostered each day plus a delivery driver, so you’ll be leading a solid team in a focused, fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

Hands-on management of daily operations: You’ll be on the floor making sure every step washing, drying, ironing, folding, and distribution—runs efficiently and meets quality standards.
Leading and mentoring staff: You’ll train, guide, and manage a team of nine laundry workers plus the driver, making sure everyone understands their roles and follows company policies.
Scheduling and timesheets: You’ll handle staff shifts, finalize timesheets, and ensure compliance with awards and company policies.
Managing inventory: Keeping track of laundry consumables, spare parts, and equipment, ordering replacements before you run out.
Maintaining equipment: Monitoring performance, scheduling regular maintenance, and handling basic troubleshooting to prevent downtime.
Ensuring health and safety: Managing WHS requirements, risk assessments, incident reporting, evacuation procedures, and chemical handling compliance. You’ll make sure staff are trained and safe.
Addressing customer issues: When problems come up, you’ll handle them quickly and professionally to keep satisfaction high.
Keeping the facility organized: Cleanliness and order in the laundry matter you’ll make sure everything is where it should be.

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience as a Laundry Manager or similar role. You know how a commercial laundry runs and what it takes to keep it moving.
Strong knowledge of laundry equipment: Operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. When something breaks, you should know what to check first.
Excellent leadership and people skills: You’ll be managing a team, so the ability to train, mentor, and communicate clearly is essential.
Organizational skills and attention to detail: Schedules, inventory, quality checks nothing slips through the cracks.
Ability to multitask and work under pressure: Laundry days can get busy, and you’ll need to prioritize effectively.
Knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations, especially around chemical handling and laundry operations.
Physical stamina: You’ll be on your feet for extended periods, moving through the facility and handling tasks alongside your team.
Flexibility to work full-time hours over four longer days per week (generally Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday).
First Aid Certificate is required.
Certification in laundry operations is a plus, but not mandatory if you have the experience.

What We Value

We’re looking for someone who takes initiative. If you see an opportunity to improve a process, try a new approach, or bring in better technology, we want you to speak up. Reliability matters we need a manager who shows up, leads by example, and keeps things running even when things get hectic. A commitment to excellence means you don’t let subpar work leave the facility. If that sounds like you, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Get

A full-time role with a consistent four-day weekly schedule.
The chance to lead a dedicated team in a focused, small-scale operation.
Hands-on work where you’re not just managing from an office you’re part of the action.
The satisfaction of running a smooth operation that directly supports three hotels.
A competitive hourly rate $21.00 .
A workplace that values initiative and continuous improvement.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like the right role for you, here’s what to do:

Prepare your resume highlighting your laundry management experience, leadership roles, and any relevant certifications.
Include details about your experience with equipment maintenance, WHS compliance, and staff management.
Mention your First Aid Certificate and any laundry operations certifications you hold.
Apply through the channel listed in the original job posting.

We’re looking for a hands-on leader who takes pride in running a tight ship. If that’s you, don’t wait—get your application in and let’s talk.