Maintenance Assistant - Physical Resources - Macksville District Hospital

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Gardener No Cert
Remuneration: $64,325
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ690767
Advertising Closes: 24 September 2026

 

About the Role

As a Maintenance Assistant - Physical Resources, you will play an important role in keeping our facilities, grounds and gardens looking their best. This hands-on role involves a variety of general maintenance and gardening tasks, helping to ensure our environment remains safe, functional and welcoming for staff, patients and visitors. Working closely with a supportive team, you will contribute to the ongoing upkeep of buildings and outdoor areas while identifying opportunities to improve the services we provide. Travel between sites may be required as part of the role.

About You
You are a practical, reliable and motivated team player who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in a job well done. With experience in general maintenance and gardening, you have a keen eye for maintaining grounds and outdoor spaces to a high standard. You communicate well with others, enjoy working collaboratively, and are always willing to lend a hand. Most importantly, you bring a positive attitude, a commitment to continuous improvement, and a genuine desire to contribute to safe, welcoming environments.

What you'll be doing
Assist the Site Maintenance Officer with the maintenance and enhancement of the physical resources with particular reference to Coffs Harbour Health Campus and ancillary facilities.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit
 

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact MNCLHD-WorkforceSupport@health.nsw.gov.au .

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. 
 

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
 

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