Acknowledgement of Country
Vacenti acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, and sea of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge the continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

The opportunity
Vacenti is seeking a part-time Laundry Assistant to join the Hotel Services Team at Portofino - Hamilton, QLD. Reporting to and working closely with the Group Housekeeping and Laundry Manager, Service Manager and Facility Manager, In this role you will assist the Laundry Team Leader, Group Housekeeping & Laundry Supervisor & Hotel Services Manager in ensuring the residents personal clothing, facility linen, towels, and other textiles are collected, washed / cleaned, dried, sorted, hanged, folded, and returned to the residents & facilities ready for use.

Your main responsibilities will include:

Collection of personals, linens, towels, and other textiles from facilities.

Washing / cleaning / treating, drying, hanging, folding, sorting of personals, linens, towels, and other textiles.

Prepare & sort laundry items for pickup, and delivery.

Operation of laundry machinery, using safe work practices.

Maintain cleanliness of laundry facilities.

Waste collection and removal.

Actively avoid any damage to, or loss of resident’s personal items.

Report all incidents, and any damage, deficits, or disturbances.

Ensure health and safety practices are followed.

Maintain consumables and stock and ensure that use is in line with Vacenti’s and manufacturers instruction.

Perform reasonable ad-hoc duties as directed.

To be successful in this position you will need:

Reasonable level of spoken and written English literacy skills.

Must be available to work Monday to Thursday.

A personal philosophy of honesty and integrity, and practical approach that is compatible with the Vacenti values.

A positive team-based attitude.

Initiative and the ability to work independently.

The ability to work in a busy environment and has good time management skills.

Very high attention to detail

A commitment to safe work practises.

Willingness to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and learn and cross train.

The ability to follow direction from supervisors & team leaders.

To be considered for this opportunity you must have the right to live and work in Australia. If you are successful, you will be required to obtain a national police clearance prior to commencement.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
At Vacenti, we firmly believe in fostering an environment that embraces equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our operations. We recognise that the collective power of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds enriches Vacenti as an organisation, enhances our innovation, and promotes a culture of respect and understanding.

About Vacenti
Vacenti Aged Care has been proudly serving the elderly community since 1973, making us a trusted and experienced provider of aged care services. For nearly five decades, we have been dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents, offering a wide range of specialised care options, including residential and home care services. Our team of skilled and compassionate professionals are committed to ensuring that each resident receives personalised care, maintaining their dignity and independence throughout their journey with us.

At Vacenti Aged Care, we believe in making a positive impact in the community we serve. We take pride in fostering strong connections with the local community, creating an environment of belonging and support for all. Our corporate social responsibility initiatives focus on promoting equal opportunity for both residents and staff. We actively engage with disability services to ensure that our staff members with disabilities receive the necessary support by fostering an inclusive and empowering workplace. By valuing diversity and embracing inclusivity, we strive to create a compassionate and supportive society, making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and the broader community we are part of.

What do we offer?

Financial Wellbeing Programmes

Work-life balance.

A Robust EVP: Novated Lease (Salary Packaging on specific items), corporate health insurance, travel discounts, gym membership discounts, wide range of retail discounts and more.

Awards and Recognition.

Fun dynamic team environment.

Employee wellness programme.

Diverse workforce.

A friendly, community-like culture of working for a family owned and operated business.

How to Apply
If you have been thinking about a new challenge or a career in the aged care sector, this is your opportunity to join our family.
Please apply through on Indeed or alternatively, send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]