Hospital Assistant
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: $59,919.26 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ648164
Location: Sutherland Hospital
Applications close: Thursday 2 April 2026
The Role
The purpose of the position is to provide an efficient and effective cleaning and waste services for clinical and non-clinical areas of The Sutherland Hospital by performing a range of cleaning, waste removal &linen distribution duties.
Benefits:
• Up to 12 allocated days off each year in addition to annual leave.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance.
- Previous cleaning experience in a healthcare facility or commercial facility.
- Willing to clean rooms that are or were occupied by persons with an infectious condition.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to prioritise and organise workloads.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a member of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to perform duties as outlined in the job demands and understanding of good manual handling capabilities.
- Demonstrated understanding of universal precautions and waste segregation.
- Proven ability to work varying shifts with flexible start times as may be required to provide a seven-days roster, day and evening service.
Capable of working at heights and knowledge of cleaning procedures & equipment.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Roisin Boyle on Roisin.Boyle@health.nsw.gov.au
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-RHW-Corporate@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information For Applicants
- An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
- Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
- Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases for all positions prior to offer
- We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website
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