Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Assistant Engineer Grade 3
Location: Nepean Hospital
Remuneration: $100,532.97 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ656177
Applications Close: 12/05/2026
With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.
About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions..
NBMLHD is seeking a proactive Maintenance Supervisor to oversee day to day maintenance operations across our facilities. This role is responsible for supervising trade staff and contractors, managing work orders through the AFM online system, and ensuring all maintenance activities align with NBMLHD policies and relevant legislation. You will coordinate preventative and statutory maintenance programs, support accreditation and audit processes, and ensure timely communication with stakeholders. The role also involves managing stock levels, ensuring equipment availability, and assisting in the development of lifecycle replacement plans. A key part of this position includes participating in a 24/7 rotating on call roster to ensure continuous support for facility operations.
Join a team that plays a critical role in maintaining safe, functional healthcare environments. If you're ready to lead with purpose and contribute to the delivery of high quality health services, we encourage you to apply.
Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees
• Accrued Day Off (ADO)
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport
NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.
For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.
What you will bring to the role
* Membership of the Institute of Hospital Engineering, Australia - NSW Branch Engineering or other Trade qualifications relevant to the position.
* Demonstrated work experience in the facilities/asset management industry, with extensive Mechanical, HVAC and/or Electrical experience
* Demonstrated excellent interpersonal & written communication skills
* Demonstrated skills in problem solving and decision making and understanding of clinical requirements of a health care environment, or that of a critical infrastructure environment.
* Proven ability to inspire and motivate staff, as well as a demonstrated ability to manage day to day staffing issues.
* Demonstrated management and supervisory skills with a varied and diverse staff group
* Proficient Computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook,Word and Excel),significant experience in use of a Computerised Maintenance Management System(CMMS) and BMS(Building Management System)
* Current Driver's Licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.
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