Carpenter

Hunter New England Local Health District; Moree; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowances

Trade licence costs paid

After-hours on-call allowance

Support from an experienced Eng team

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a dedicated tradesperson to join the Moree Engineering Team. You will perform day-to-day maintenance of hospital plant, equipment, and facilities to ensure safe, functional operations that support patient care and staff.

You will collaborate with other trades on projects and refurbishments, reading plans and following safety standards. The role involves travel to other HNE facilities, working as part of a team with minimal supervision, and

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualifications are required.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and willingness to travel for work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day maintenance of hospital plant, equipment and facilities.
• Work with other trades on new projects and refurbishments.
• Assist other trades to support facility operations.
• Work as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Read and interpret construction plans and schedules.
• Ensure work complies with BCA, local authorities, WHS and Australian Standards.
• Travel to other HNE facilities as required.
• Provide professional customer service to patients, visitors and staff.

Skills

Team player

Independent worker

Reliability

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

Trade qualifications

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Carpenter

Remuneration: $66,160 - $76,082 Per Annum + Super + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 40

Requisition ID: REQ692377

Location: Moree District Hospital

Closing Date: Monday 05 October 2026

Your Skills. Your Community. Your Impact.

Bring your trade expertise to the Moree Engineering Team and play a vital role in maintaining the facilities and equipment that support quality healthcare. Are you a skilled tradesperson looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to your local community?

Join the Moree Engineering Team and play an important role in maintaining the hospital plant, equipment and facilities that support the delivery of healthcare to patients, visitors and staff.

About The Role

As a member of the Moree Engineering Team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of hospital plant and equipment, ensuring our facilities remain safe, functional and well maintained.

You will work collaboratively with other trades and health service staff and may be required to assist with projects, refurbishments and other maintenance activities across HNELHD facilities.

The role reports to the

What You'll Be Doing

• Carry out day-to-day maintenance of hospital plant, equipment and facilities.
• Work collaboratively with other trades on new projects and building refurbishments.
• Assist other trades as required to support the effective operation of the facility.
• Work efficiently as part of a team and with minimal supervision.
• Read and interpret construction plans and schedules.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA), local authority requirements, Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards and Australian Standards.
• Travel and stay away from home at other HNE facilities and sites as required.
• Provide professional and respectful customer service to patients, visitors and staff.
• Undertake other duties as directed by the Construction Manager.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• A committed team player who works well with others.
• Confident working independently and with minimal supervision.
• Reliable, motivated and demonstrates a strong work ethic.
• An effective communicator with a customer-focused approach.
• Comfortable using computers and relevant workplace systems.
• Able to interact professionally with patients, visitors and staff.
• Willing to assist across the wider Engineering and Trades team as required.

Essential Criteria

• Relevant Trade Qualifications
• Eligible to drive in NSW and willing to travel for work purposes

About The Team

When you join the Moree Engineering Team, you'll be supported by the Mehi Engineering team and staff, with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge within a supportive work environment.

Benefits Include

• Tool allowances.
• Trade licence costs paid for.
• After-hours on-call allowance.
• Support from an experienced Engineering team.
• The opportunity to contribute to the delivery of essential health services in the Moree community.

This is an opportunity to use your trade skills in a role where the work you do directly contributes to the safe and effective operation of a healthcare facility.

Why join Hunter New England Health

• Be part of one of the largest and most diverse Local Health Districts in NSW
• Influence digital solutions that directly support patient care and clinical outcomes
• Salary packaging options
• Work collaboratively with passionate clinicians and digital health professionals
• Enjoy career development opportunities within NSW Health
• Make a real difference across a large, complex health service
• Fitness Passport for you and your family

What You'll Be Doing

Under the direction of the Construction Manager, undertake building and construction works on HNE Projects to ensure provision of high quality work with minimum disruptions to patients and staff of the facilities.

For role related queries or questions contact Grant Heffernan on [e-mail]

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

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 [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

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.

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 [e-mail] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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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