Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 3
Remuneration: $58,460.87 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead
Where you'll be working
You’ll be based across various health facilities within the Western Sydney Local Health District, including hospitals, clinics, and administrative buildings. This role offers variety and the chance to work in dynamic environments where every day brings new challenges, all with a shared goal of supporting high-quality healthcare services. You’ll also assist multiple sites, responding to urgent maintenance needs when required.
What you'll be doing
Support vital hospital maintenance by assisting trade teams with repairs and upkeep. Ensure safe, compliant operations with minimal disruption. Key responsibilities include:
Assisting with maintenance tasks and general repairs
Using power tools and painting skills
Prioritising and responding to requests promptly
Maintaining tidy workspaces and equipment
Participating in after-hours emergency work
If you’re eager to bring your handyman skills to a role that has real impact, apply now to join the Western Sydney Local Health District maintenance team. Your work will help keep our facilities running smoothly, supporting the frontline of healthcare every day.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Demonstrated experience working with power tools and machinery
Demonstrated experience with following safe work procedures such as working at heights.
Proven ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team based environment and familiarity with standard trade terminology
Demonstrated ability to prioritise and undertake work in a busy environment with limited supervision.
Ability to clearly communicate in both written and verbal form
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions from trades staff and management.
Requisition ID: REQ572207
Applications Close: 8th September 2025
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For inquiries about the role, contact David O'May at David.O'May@health.nsw.gov.au
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian
