Laundry Manager

Laundry Manager

Territory Laundry Services  |  Winnellie, NT  |  Full Time

Job title: Laundry Manager

Location: Winnellie, Darwin NT

Work type: Full time

Category: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics > Production, Planning & Scheduling

Pay:   $82,000 p.a. excluding Super & KPI related commission

Short description: Lead evening production at our Winnellie commercial laundry. A senior, long-term role on our leadership team.

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About us

Territory Laundry Services is a commercial laundry based in Winnellie, NT, proudly operating since 2014. We process linen for our customers efficiently, safely and to a high quality standard, and our team is guided by six core values: Accountability, Performance, Respect, Trust, Professionalism and Teamwork.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Laundry Manager to take charge of our evening production operations. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead the production team, keep work flowing across every processing area and make sure customer orders go out accurately and on time, while hitting our labour, productivity and cost targets.

This is a senior, long-term position and you will be part of our leadership team, helping the business achieve its bigger goals. It is a great opportunity for someone who wants to grow their management experience and knowledge.

Hours: This role works the evening closing shift on weekdays, plus Saturdays and public holidays as required.

What you'll do

·       Run evening production across washing, drying, finishing, folding and packing through to close

·       Lead, supervise and develop the production team, including shift briefings and toolbox meetings

·       Allocate labour and coordinate breaks so every area keeps running and production targets and delivery deadlines are met

·       Track and improve weekly efficiency (our main KPI) and washer turn efficiency, and drive continuous improvement

·       Uphold linen quality standards, investigate quality complaints and put corrective actions in place

·       Keep the site safe through WHS compliance, workplace inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations

·       Work closely with maintenance to maximise equipment uptime and keep preventative maintenance on track

·       Monitor linen flow, assist with stocktakes and linen audits, and minimise linen loss and damage

·       Support the Operations Manager with recruitment, onboarding, training, attendance and rosters

·       Close the site at the end of shift: shut down equipment and utilities, and secure the facility and front gate

About you

Essential

·       Proven leadership and people management skills

·       Strong organisation and planning abilities

·       Confidence analysing production data and KPI reports

·       Strong communication and problem-solving skills

·       A good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements

·       Availability for the closing shift (afternoon/evening), plus weekends and public holidays as required

Highly regarded

·       Experience in a commercial laundry, manufacturing, food processing or production environment manufacturing or continuous improvement experience

·       Supervisory or management qualifications

·       Mechanical aptitude and equipment knowledge

You are a results-focused, accountable leader with a sharp eye for detail. You stay calm under pressure, keep the customer front of mind and are always looking for a better way to do things.

What's on offer

·       A senior, long-term position on our leadership team

·       Real authority to direct production, allocate labour and lead improvements in quality and safety

·       The opportunity to build your management experience and career

·       Salary of $82,000 p.a. excluding Super & KPI related commission

How to apply

Click Apply now and send us your resume along with a short cover letter telling us about your production leadership experience.