Fitter Mechanic

Fitter Mechanic – a hands-on, ever-changing role where your technical expertise keeps vital hospital systems running seamlessly, ensuring a safe, comfortable environment for patients and staff while you enjoy variety, autonomy, and real 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: 38
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ652866
Applications Close: Sunday 17th May 2026


 

About the role - Fitter Mechanic

Step into the hands-on and highly valued role of Fitter Mechanic, where no two days are ever the same and your skills truly make a difference.

• 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.

As a Fitter Mechanic, you’ll enjoy a dynamic role where your expertise keeps essential services running smoothly - backed by a team that values your contribution every step of the way.
 

Where you’ll be working: 

Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of tree-covered mountains, Tamworth is a vibrant and progressive city that seamlessly blends the charm of rural living with the energy of a thriving urban hub. Renowned for its diversity and rich experiences, Tamworth offers an unparalleled lifestyle where you can forge lifelong friendships and immerse yourself in a community that feels like home.

At the heart of this dynamic city stands Tamworth Hospital, a leading healthcare facility in New South Wales, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and delivering exceptional patient care. As a major regional referral hospital, Tamworth Hospital provides a wide range of specialist services, fostering an environment of excellence, innovation, and professional growth.

Join our skilled and passionate team - we are excited to welcome you!

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Ongoing professional development opportunities across the administrative 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

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:

• A personable and approachable Fitter Mechanic who builds positive working relationships with ease, brings a well-rounded understanding of mechanical repairs, and demonstrates practical skills including welding

Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can’t wait to hear from you! If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:

Requirements:

• TAFE Trades Certificate in Fitting and Machining or Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering and a tradesmen's certificate of proficiency.

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• 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 HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au  for confidential support.  

• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a 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 only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.  

Need more information? 

• Click here for the Position Description 
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Shirley Hall on shirley.hall1@health.nsw.gov.au