Hospital Maintenance Handyman – Join a Skilled Team

NSW Health; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Tamworth Hospital is seeking a practical Maintenance Handyman to join our busy Maintenance team. You will support day-to-day maintenance and operational needs, working with tradespeople to maintain a safe, clean and functional hospital environment.

Key duties include responding to maintenance requests, assisting with minor carpentry, mechanical and plumbing tasks, moving equipment, and transporting waste. A Driver's licence is required, with licenses for heights and forklift desirable.

Qualifications

• Practical handyman and general maintenance skills.
• Experience with minor building repairs, maintenance and grounds upkeep.
• Ability to work efficiently while minimising disruption to patients, staff and hospital operations.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions, prioritise tasks and adapt to changing work requirements.
• Willingness to learn new skills and undertake required training.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Have or willing to obtain a high‑risk license for working at heights and boom over 11 metres.
• Have or willing to obtain a forklift license.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests through the AFMOnline system in a timely manner and according to work priorities.
• Assist trade staff with minor carpentry, mechanical and plumbing tasks appropriate to your skills.
• Move and transport furniture, equipment and other items within the hospital and between sites.
• Transport trade waste, including metal and broken equipment, to disposal facilities.
• Work safely and use PPE in line with Work Health and Safety requirements.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance team to complete daily tasks.
• Attend required training and in-service programs to maintain and develop your skills.

Job description

Tamworth Hospital is seeking a practical Maintenance Handyman to join our busy Maintenance team. You will support day-to-day maintenance and operational needs, working with tradespeople to maintain a safe, clean and functional hospital environment.

Key duties include responding to maintenance requests, assisting with minor carpentry, mechanical and plumbing tasks, moving equipment, and transporting waste. A Driver's licence is required, with licenses for heights and forklift desirable.