Electrical Tradesperson - Targeted

Remuneration: $75,168 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Electrical Tradesperson Level 1 to 4
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ557049
Location: John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle – Awabakal
Closing Date: Sunday, 6th April 2025 

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion. 

About the Role

With the NSW Government investing $835 million into the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct, we are expanding and improving our electrical infrastructure. As an Electrician, you will:

• Perform reactive electrical work, including breakdown repairs, preventative maintenance, and testing.
• Support construction and refurbishment projects across the hospital’s electrical systems.
• Maintain and repair critical hospital systems, including general power and lighting, electric beds, nurse call systems, HVAC electrical systems, and steam plant infrastructure.
• Conduct statutory testing and maintenance in accordance with Australian Standards (AS-3000, AS-3003, AS-3760, AS-3009).Work alongside experienced trade-qualified

Benefits: 
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: 

• Job Security – Be part of a stable, long-term team.
  
• Professional Growth – Expand your expertise in a hospital environment with My Health Learning Opportunities 
  
• Diverse Work – No two days are the same with a mix of maintenance, testing, and new installations.
  
• Industry - Leading Facilities – Work within a world-class health, education, and research precinct.
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance 
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Why Join Us?
John Hunter Hospital’s Engineering Department is a dynamic team of 50 professionals, with a dedicated Electrical Department of 10. We maintain and enhance the electrical infrastructure across John Hunter Campus and its ancillary buildings, supporting a hospital that serves over 900,000 people in the Hunter, New England, and Lower Mid North Coast regions.


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For role related queries or questions contact Brendan Cork on Brendan.Cork@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional Information:

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian 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 conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   
  
  

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.