Remuneration: $61,762.00 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Carpenter Level 1
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ578428
Join a skilled team maintaining the heart of hospital care—where your carpentry expertise supports lifesaving work every day.
About the role:
- A carpenter undertaking this role will have completed a carpentry trade and possess a craftsman’s certificate of proficiency.
- Our successful candidate will be working in installation and maintenance work that is generated via the computerised maintenance management system or as requested by management from a carpentry perspective in any of the buildings on campus.
- You will work closely with other trades in the department and will also be supported by Calvary Mater Engineering management. There are opportunities to undertake internal training through the MyHealth learning system, and staff that undertake applicable post-trade studies may be supported with study leave.
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part-time and temporary full or part-time vacancies.
Where you'll be working:
- Calvary Mater Newcastle Engineering consists of a skilled team supporting the hospital's infrastructure and facilities. The maintenance department handles all aspects of reactive and preventative maintenance for buildings, locks, furniture, fittings and general maintenance across the hospital campus and associated buildings.
- Calvary Mater Newcastle is a public hospital located in Waratah and is a major provider of cancer care services in the Hunter New England region. It includes specialist services such as oncology, haematology, and palliative care, and also provides a range of medical, surgical, and support services to the local community. The hospital plays a vital role in supporting the region's healthcare network and is affiliated with the University of Newcastle for teaching and research.
About you:
- You will have completed a carpentry trade and possess a craftsman’s certificate of proficiency.
- You have experience working in maintenance in large buildings, can take direction and work closely with management, and are comfortable working in a team environment, with other trades, or independently as needed.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role-related queries or questions contact Karen Egan on karen.egan1@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
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.
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.
