Requisition ID: REQ631288
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Remuneration: $87,343.80 - $98,799.60 + Super
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Wallsend Health Campus
Closing Date: Thursday 16th of April
Powering safe and reliable oral health services
About The Service
Based at Wallsend Health Campus, this role sits within the Maintenance Services team supporting Oral Health facilities across the region. The team is responsible for ensuring all electrical systems, equipment, and infrastructure within dental clinics are safe, compliant, and fully operational to support high-quality patient care.
You’ll work in a collaborative, hands-on environment alongside clinicians, contractors, and suppliers, playing a vital role in maintaining essential healthcare infrastructure
About The Role
This role is ideally suited to a qualified electrician looking for a diverse, mobile position within a healthcare setting.
You will provide electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repair services across multiple dental clinics, ensuring all systems meet safety and compliance standards. Using a supplied fleet vehicle, you will travel between sites to respond to breakdowns, complete preventative maintenance, and support minor electrical installations.
Key Responsibilities Include
Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults across clinical and facility equipmentPerforming preventative electrical maintenance to minimise downtimeEnsuring all electrical work complies with relevant Australian Standards and safety regulationsSupporting installation and commissioning of dental and facility-related electrical equipmentLiaising with contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to coordinate worksOrdering electrical parts and maintaining accurate service recordsThis is a varied, autonomous role suited to someone who enjoys problem-solving and working across a number of sites
About You
You are a licensed electrician with strong technical capability and a commitment to safety and compliance. You thrive in a hands-on role and take pride in delivering reliable, high-quality electrical work in environments where it truly matters.
You bring a proactive approach, can work independently, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Key Skills And Qualifications
Current Electrical Licence (NSW) - preferred Demonstrated experience in electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repairsStrong knowledge of electrical safety standards and regulatory complianceExperience with commercial, industrial, or healthcare electrical systems (highly desirable)Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematicsStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsExcellent time management and ability to prioritise urgent worksEffective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teamsCurrent driver’s licenceDemonstrated intermediate computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and email.
Why Join Us?
Role
This role offers the opportunity to work in a hands-on technical position that directly supports essential health services. You’ll enjoy:
A mobile role with variety across multiple sitesAccess to a fleet vehicle for work-related travelA supportive and collaborative team environmentOpportunities for skill development through supplier-based trainingThe satisfaction of contributing to safe and effective oral health services
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Information For Applicants
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To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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