Vocational Instructor (Rehabilitation Tradesperson) - Liverpool Hospital - Perm FT
Requisition ID: REQ690662
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $80,116.02 - $82,117.59 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 05/10/26
Contact: Peta Mccallum - Team Leader Brain Injury Rehabilitation | Email: Peta.Mccallum@health.nsw.gov.au | Phone: 02 8728 5556
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Join a supportive and purpose-driven team where your carpentry expertise helps people rebuild skills, confidence and independence following a brain injury. In this rewarding role, you will combine hands-on workshop management with meaningful client training and rehabilitation outcomes.
- Deliver individual and group-based carpentry training programs tailored to clients' abilities and rehabilitation goals.
- Supervise the safe use of woodworking tools and machinery while fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Coordinate workshop operations, including materials, equipment maintenance, WHS compliance and production activities.
- Work closely with Occupational Therapists, multidisciplinary teams, families and carers to support client progress.
- Contribute to service improvement initiatives that enhance rehabilitation outcomes and client experiences.
Are You the Right Fit?
A Skilled tradesperson with strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to supporting people with disability or injury, ready to thrive in a hands-on environment, can manage competing priorities independently and is passionate about creating safe and engaging learning opportunities.
The right candidate would:
- Demonstrate knowledge of woodworking techniques, machinery and workshop operations.
- Sound understanding of Work Health and Safety and risk management principles within a woodworking environment.
- Ability to provide clear instruction, supervision and support to individuals with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage schedules, records and workshop resources.
- Effective communicator who works collaboratively with clients, carers, suppliers and multidisciplinary teams.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain such within 3 months of commencement in the position.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
- Demonstrated knowledge of woodwork procedures and equipment use.
- Understanding of Work, Health and Safety.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently and as a team.
- Experience working with people with a disability and/or awareness of the challenges of returning to work after a severe injury.
- Willingness to undertake internal training as a Manual Handling: Workplace Trainer.
- Demonstrated understanding of Risk Management principles as applied in a woodworking environment.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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