Fitter Mechanic – a hands‐on, ever‐changing role where your technical expertise keeps vital hospital systems running seamlessly, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for patients and staff while you enjoy variety, autonomy and purpose in every shift.
Remuneration
$37.16 per hour + 12% super + salary packaging
Employment Type
Permanent Full Time
Position Classification
Fitter / Motor Mechanic Level 4
Hours per Week & Location
38 hours per week at Tamworth Hospital
Key Responsibilities
* Varied and engaging work: from changing wheelchair tyres to maintaining cooling towers and servicing a wide range of mechanical equipment, you'll enjoy a role that keeps you challenged and constantly learning.
* Purpose‐driven impact: your work directly contributes to a safe, comfortable and fully functioning environment for both patients and hospital staff—making your role essential to daily operations.
* Work‐life balance with flexibility: standard hours are 8‐hour shifts, with overtime opportunities available as needed.
* Collaborative yet independent: you'll have the autonomy to work independently while also being part of a supportive and skilled team, depending on the task at hand.
* Occasional variety through travel: while primarily site‐based, there may be rare opportunities to travel to smaller facilities within the former Peel Sector.
* Strong support and development: you'll be welcomed with a structured orientation, complete mandatory training, and benefit from ongoing support from both your team and management to ensure your success.
What We Can Offer You
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Ongoing professional development opportunities across the network
* Career progression opportunities within NSW Health
* Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees
* Salary packaging options to increase take‐home pay
* Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing
Requirements
* TAFE Trades Certificate in Fitting and Machining or Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering and a tradesmen's certificate of proficiency.
* A personable and approachable Fitter Mechanic who builds positive working relationships, brings a well‐rounded understanding of mechanical repairs, and demonstrates practical skills including welding.
Additional Information
* An eligibility list will be created for future permanent, full‐time, part‐time and temporary vacancies.
* Hunter New England Local Health District is an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience.
* To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will be offered only in line with the visa conditions and expiry date. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions, contact Shirley Hall at shirley.hall1@health.nsw.gov.au.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained in the position description.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015.
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