Laundry Assistant
REF: TNH/HRD/LA/05/2023
Reporting to the Laundry Supervisor the successful
candidate will carry out laundry activities in the hospital in line with
established procedures and standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Formulate washing formula for
stained loads in line with established guidelines;
- Carry out the washing of linen,
wears and uniform as per set standards;
- Transport linen to different
sections within the hospital;
- Clean, sanitize and maintain the
laundry room in line with infection control standards;
- Adhere to Infection Prevention
and Control policies, procedures and best practice as per the Hospital
safety guidelines;
- Ensure all cleaning equipment and
materials are used safely according to Health & Safety, departmental
policies and procedures;
- Keep and maintain records of all
the laundry room consumables;
- Load and unload the machines
during cycles;
- Clean machines, inspect and
report any breakages or malfunctions to the maintenance department;
- Ensure safety and security of the
machines and the laundry room to avoid any accidents or falls;
- Participate in stock taking;
- Sort staff uniform for
appropriate action including washing and repairs;
- Fold laundry items manually or
mechanically in line with requirements; and
- Any other responsibilities that
may be assigned to the job holder by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications
- Certificate in Housekeeping and
Laundry Operations
- Minimum of 2 years’ laundry
experience
Core Competences
- Working knowledge of commercial
laundry machine
- Knowledge of different quality of
linen for different use
- Knowledge of infection control
and environment control guidelines related to laundry operations
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service skills
- Accountability
- Integrity
- Physically fit
How to Apply
If your background, experience and competence match the
above specifications, please send your application (Cover letter &
CV/Resume) quoting the job reference number, testimonials and full contact
details of 3 referees, to reach the undersigned not later than 9th May 2023.
ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us
within two weeks post application, please consider your application
unsuccessful.
Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P. O. Box 30026 – 00100
NAIROBI
Email: recruitment@nbihosp.org
