We're Hiring!

We’re currently hiring part-time Laundry Services Assistants to join our friendly and dedicated team at Respect RM Begg in Kyneton, VIC. Help maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene by ensuring residents' laundry needs are met with care and efficiency. Be part of a workplace that values compassion, dignity, and a strong sense of community.

About Us

As a proud not-for-profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect. Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania. Respect also offers home care services in multiple states and manages more than 700 units in various retirement villages and independent living communities.

Our purpose: To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.

About the Role

The Laundry Services Assistant is responsible for providing effective and efficient laundry services, ensuring a clean, safe, and home-like environment for residents and staff.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect, wash, dry, fold, and distribute residents’ clothing, linen, and other items in a timely and respectful manner.

• Operate commercial laundry equipment according to procedures.

• Follow infection control protocols in handling and processing laundry.

• Ensure laundry is labelled, sorted, and returned to the correct residents.

• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the laundry area.

• Safe use and storage of laundry chemicals and materials in accordance with safety guidelines.

• Participate in workplace health and safety initiatives.

• Perform other relevant tasks within the scope of the role, as directed by the organisation.

Essential Requirements

• Training or experience in laundry operations or similar support services.

• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).

• Knowledge and experience in chemical handling and infection control.

• Experience in residential aged care or a similar environment is highly regarded.

To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.