Laundry Worker

A Laundry Worker sorts, washes and finishes laundry for a large organisation or for a range of clients. You might remove stains or carry out small repairs before washing clothing, linen or other items. Laundry Workers may also iron and hang laundry items or package items ready for collection.

Laundry Workers should have excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on customer service. It’s important you can work well in a team environment and communicate well with colleagues and clients. Laundry Workers may have to do some physical work like loading and unloading washing machines or folding and packaging linen.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $52,000
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a laundry worker?

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Certificate III in Laundry Operations
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12 months
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Laundry Worker Commercial Cleaner
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Laundry Worker Commercial Cleaner
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Common questions

How much does a Laundry Worker earn?

In Australia, a full time Laundry Worker generally earns $1,000 per week ($52,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for a Laundry Worker?

The number of people working in this industry has decreased in recent years. There are currently 10,200 people employed as a Laundry Worker in Australia, compared to 11,300 five years ago. Laundry Workers may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Laundry Worker?

If you’re interested in a career as a Laundry Worker, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Laundry Operations. You’ll learn to use a range of laundry equipment and cover topics including infection controls, chemical use and quality standards. This course addresses laundry finishing, wash operations, drying and operating boilers.

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