Job Description

Position overview

• Employment Type: Part time (64 hours per fortnight), On going position
• Casual opportunities will also be considered.
• Please indicate your preferred hours in your application.
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Laundry Hand Grade 1
• Salary Range: $53,284.40 - $55,648.32 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

Looking for a hands on job in a supportive team? Join South West Healthcare's Linen Services team as a Laundry Hand at our Regional Logistics Distribution Centre (RLDC).

You will be based in a modern, purpose-built facility that supplies clean linen to hospitals and health services across the South West. This is an important behind the scenes role that helps make sure patients and staff always have access to fresh, safe linen.

No two days are exactly the same, you will be kept busy in a structured, team focused environment where everyone works together to get the job done.

What you will be doing

• Sorting and organising linen to keep work flowing smoothly
• Operating washers, dryers, and other equipment
• Preparing linen for delivery to hospital departments
• Keeping your work area clean and tidy
• Working closely with your team to meet daily goals

What you bring

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Strong communication and time management skills
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• The physical capacity to meet the demands of the role
• A positive, professional attitude aligned with SWH values: Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 27 September 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2025-2027.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au