JHH Apprentice painter
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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time Until July 2029
Position Classification: Apprentice Painter
Remuneration: $26,868.00 - $53,348.00 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ595591
Close Date: Sunday 10th August
Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Land
Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply, and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
About The Role:
John Hunter Engineering Department – Apprentice Painter Role Overview
The John Hunter Engineering Department comprises 51 staff members. With the exception of the Engineering Control Room and Management, all staff operate on a standard day-work schedule from 7:00 am to 3:57 pm, working 8.45 hours per day. This schedule allows for a 9-day fortnight, including one unpaid rostered day off per cycle.
The Apprentice Painter will work under the guidance of Trade Qualified Painters and may be assigned to any department within any building on the John Hunter campus, including its associated buildings. The role will involve a broad range of painting tasks across various environments, offering valuable exposure to real-world maintenance and refurbishment work within a large, multi-disciplinary healthcare facility.
The apprentice is required to enrol in and successfully complete the relevant TAFE course associated with the painting trade.
Ongoing support will be provided by qualified trades staff and the Engineering Management team at John Hunter Hospital (JHH).
Additional guidance and assistance will also be available through the Organisational Capability and Learning Office located at Waratah.
The apprentice will be enrolled in the appropriate level of the TAFE trade course aligned with the painting discipline
Participation in the Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) in-house training is required.
The apprentice will also complete mandatory training through the My Health Learning platform.
Ideal Candidate – Apprentice Painter
John Hunter Engineering is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the team as an Apprentice Painter. The ideal candidate will have successfully completed a minimum of Year 10 schooling and will demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career in the painting trade.
A pre-apprenticeship course or school-based vocational training in painting or a related field will be considered highly advantageous. The successful applicant will be expected to commit to a four-year apprenticeship, which includes both on-the-job training and completion of the associated TAFE trade qualification.
This opportunity is well-suited to someone who is eager to learn, takes pride in their work, and is prepared to work as part of a supportive and skilled team across the diverse facilities of the John Hunter Hospital campus and associated buildings.
Benefits:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full vacancies.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Brendan Cork on Brendan.Cork@health.nsw.gov.au
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: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.
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.
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