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Senior Hydrocarbon Dry cleaner

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Posting date: 30 December 2025
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: Bonus Available
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 29 January 2026
Location: Bd8 9ry
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Laundrette Maids
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: Hydro1

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Senior Dry Cleaner – Hydrocarbon Specialist

(Asian Bridal, Wedding, Occasion & Designer Garments)

Bradford
Full-time / Part-time | Flexible hours (7:00am – 11:00pm)

About Us

We are a professional garment-care business expanding into specialist hydrocarbon dry cleaning, focusing on high-value, delicate, and ceremonial garments.

Our operation is quality-led, not volume-driven. We prioritise garment inspection, correct processing, and risk management over speed or throughput.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Hydrocarbon Dry Cleaner to support the inspection and processing of premium and high-risk garments.

The role involves carrying out garment assessments and providing professional recommendations on cleaning methods and risk. Final decisions are made in line with company procedures and management approval where required.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and support hydrocarbon dry-cleaning machinery
Inspect and assess garments prior to cleaning, including:
Asian bridal wear (bridal lenghas, shararas/ghararas, heavily embellished Asian wedding outfits)
Wedding dresses, prom dresses, and formal occasion wear
Designer clothing, suits, jackets, and tailoring
Delicate fabrics including silks, velvets, lace, and beaded or sequinned garments
Selected specialist and household items where suitable
Carry out accurate pre-spotting and stain removal
Recommend appropriate cleaning methods (hydrocarbon, wet cleaning, or escalation)
Follow company procedures for documentation, escalation, and garment handling
Maintain high standards of machine care, solvent safety, and housekeeping
Work closely with management to protect quality, reputation, and customer trust
Essential Experience

Minimum 3+ years hands-on dry-cleaning experience
Direct experience operating hydrocarbon solvent machines
Proven experience handling:
Asian bridal and heavily embellished garments
Wedding, prom, and occasion wear
Suits, jackets, and designer clothing
Colour-sensitive and structured fabrics
Confident in identifying risk and escalating concerns appropriately
Qualifications & Training

Desirable (but not essential if experience is strong):

Training or qualifications from the Guild of Cleaners & Launderers (GCL)
City & Guilds or equivalent textile / garment care training
Industry-recognized dry-cleaning or textile care courses
Manufacturer training on hydrocarbon dry-cleaning equipment
COSHH / Health & Safety training relevant to solvent use
Strong practical experience and sound judgement will be considered in place of formal qualifications.

Desirable Skills

Strong stain-removal and spotting knowledge
Experience with wet cleaning (training can be provided)
Background in premium or boutique dry-cleaning environments
Working Hours

Operating hours: 7:00am – 11:00pm
Flexible working hours
Flexi-time based on business needs, agreed in advance
Full-time or part-time patterns considered
What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate based on experience
Bonus scheme
Flexible working arrangements
Supportive, quality-focused working environment
Clear procedures and management support
Long-term opportunity as the specialist service grows
Important

This role prioritises inspection, judgement, and correct processing over speed.
Some garments may be declined following inspection where risk is deemed excessive. Escalation and refusal decisions are handled in line with company policy and management guidance.

How to Apply

Please apply with:

A brief summary of your hydrocarbon dry-cleaning experience
Any relevant training or qualifications
The machines and solvents you have worked with
Your availability (full-time or part-time)
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and practical assessment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Freelance

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress
Flexitime
Free parking
On-site parking
Profit sharing
Relocation assistance

Experience:

Dry Cleaning: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person

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