Team Leader (Laundry) On-Site

Specialising in Accommodation linen hire and providing quality services to Hotels and resorts our service is based in Warabrook and services businesses across the Newcastle Hunter Valley Port Stevens Myall Lake and Central Coast regions of New South Wales.

Arumas Commercial Laundry Services offer a comprehensive high-quality selection of accommodation linen spa linen and food and beverage linen to meet all your tourism and hospitality requirements. Commercial Laundry Aruma

About the Role

Join a dynamic and inclusive business enterprise that creates meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities working alongside skilled trade professionals in a supportive environment. Various shifts available between Monday to Saturday up to 38 hours per week depending on business needs. Shift availability and preferences can be discussed during the interview.

As a Team Leader you will:

• Supervise a small team of General Hands including supported employees.
• Oversee the processing of linen including cleaning ironing and dispatch.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery to commercial clients.
• Promote an inclusive work environment that enhances the lives of people with disabilities.
• Support the achievement of operational and financial goals through effective team leadership.

Skills & experience that will make you stand out

• Proven experience in production or processing environments ideally within a commercial or industrial setting.
• Prior experience as a Team Leader or Supervisor is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and support a diverse team including Team Leaders General Hands and Supported Employees.
• Ability to maintain operational efficiency while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams and departments.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to relevant policies and procedures.
• Strong physical fitness to meet the manual handling and environmental demands of the role.
• Basic computer literacy (e.g. MS Office SharePoint).
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills with the ability to escalate issues appropriately.

Essential Requirements (or willingness to obtain):

• Current CPR Certification
• Valid First Aid Certification
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWS)
• Full working rights in Australia

What we offer:

• Salary Packaging:Increase your take-home pay. Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15900 for living expenses and additional $2650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free.Salary Packaging Calculator Accesspay
• Continuous Learning Opportunities:Work alongside industry-leading professionals who are dedicated to helping you excel and advance your career.
• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy the freedom that fits your lifestyle with options that put you in control.
• Supportive Team Environment:Focus on what you do best with strong operational support behind you every step of the way.
• Incredible Perks:From professional development Fitness Passport and confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program we take care of our team.
• A Culture Like No Other:Be part of a vibrant positive work environment filled with a strong sense of community.
• Call to Action:Join Aruma where your career journey and well-being are our top priorities.

About Us

Aruma is a leading Australian for-purpose values-driven organisation dedicated to helping people with disabilities live the life they envision. Operating across Eastern Australia Aruma supports over 5000 individuals employs more than 5000 staff and boasts an annual turnover of around $500 million. The organisation is undergoing significant transformation as the NDIS and social and technological advancements reshape the landscape of disability support in Australia.Aruma Disability services. Putting you first.