Plumber - Level 4

About the role 

As a Plumber Level 4, you will undertake a broad range of plumbing works and repairs, from routine tap washer replacements through to urgent burst pipe repairs, ensuring essential services across the hospital remain fully operational.

• Why join this role: This position plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, functional, and comfortable environment for both hospital staff and patients, where your expertise directly supports critical healthcare delivery.
• Hours of work: Standard hours are 8-hour workdays, with overtime available as required to support operational needs.
• Working arrangements: You will work both collaboratively within a skilled team and independently, depending on the task and site requirements.
• Travel requirements: Occasional travel may be required to smaller sites within the former Peel Sector, however this is a rare occurrence.

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

Requirements:

• Current Plumbers License.
• Back Flow Prevention Devices and Thermostatic Mixing Valve licenses or willingness to obtain.
   

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

• A personable and collaborative Plumber Level 4 with strong interpersonal skills and a solid, well-rounded understanding of all aspects of plumbing requirements

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:

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