Singleton - Handyman / Gardener
Turn Your Passion for the Outdoors into a Career
Remuneration: $29.48 - $31.19 per hour + Superannuation + Salary packaging
Employment Type: Full Time - Permanent
Position Classification: Gardener (No Certificate)
Hours Per Week: 38 hours (Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm)
Location: Singleton Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ634531
Closing Date: Monday 26th January
About the Role
The Grounds & Maintenance Officer is responsible for maintaining the grounds and outdoor areas at Singleton Hospital to a high standard. This includes mowing, gardening, weed control and general maintenance tasks to ensure a safe, clean and welcoming environment for patients, visitors and staff.
The role also supports other staff with basic maintenance duties and works in line with workplace health and safety requirements.
What We’re Looking For
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- Previous experience or willing to learn in gardening, grounds or general maintenance work
- Able to carry out minor repairs
- Communicate well and work cooperatively with other
Training, Support & Benefits
You’ll start with a comprehensive orientation to the facility, followed by extensive training on gardening practices and plant equipment.
We also provide a full health and safety induction to support staff wellbeing. And throughout your time here, you’ll have ongoing support from the Grounds and Maintenance team.
- Monthly ADO for full-time staff
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time) and paid parental leave (for eligible staff)
- Salary packaging up to $11,600, plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Karen Gore on karen.gore@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies
- To be eligible for permanent employment i this position you must be an Australia Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the condition and expiry date of your visa.
- This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements maybe also be considered.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
- 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.
Information for applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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