Maintenance Assistant

Mater Health Services; Mackay Regional; Hybrid; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Health & wellbeing support

Fitness Passport access

Discounted parking

Cafés and staff discounts

Job summary

Mater Private Hospital Mackay is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join on a permanent, full-time basis. You will provide building maintenance across facilities, focusing on tasks that do not require a qualified tradesperson, while ensuring patient, visitor and staff safety and satisfaction.

You will work with the Manager and Trade Co-ordinator on daily plans and maintenance programs. Key duties include replacing lighting, repairing fixtures, testing patient appliances, and general upkeep.

Qualifications

• Broad/generalist exposure to a range of Maintenance / Handyman concepts.
• Experience in hospital or large commercial complex (desirable).
• Current Drivers Licence (no restrictions).

Responsibilities

• Replace lighting lamps and tubes.
• Repair or replace fixtures and fittings (toilet seats, locks, etc.).
• Test & tag of new patient appliances.
• Minor repairs to walls and fittings.
• Nurse call handset replacement.

Skills

Maintenance basics

Driver's licence

Time management

OH&S knowledge

Building maintenance

Teamwork

Education

Electrical Test & Tag license

Job description

Job no: 506762

Work type: Permanent

Location: Mackay

Categories: Trades and Services

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Mackay has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Assistant to join the team in a permanent, full-time basis. The successful applicant will provide building maintenance to Mater facilities on tasks that do not require a qualified tradesperson whilst ensuring customer satisfaction and quick resolution of jobs.

Purpose of this role

The purpose of this role is provide building maintenance support across Mater’s South East Queensland Campuses on tasks whilst ensuring customer satisfaction and quick resolution of jobs.

• Ensure effective communication with Manager and Trade co-ordinator on a regular basis throughout the day on issues regarding daily work plan and work activities.
• Participate in the planning and development of maintenance and renovation programs for the facilities
• Participate in the process of providing quotations for work as required.
• Ensure all work is carried out in a manner providing the safety of patients, visitors and staff whilst ensuring all access and services are maintained where practical.
• Comply with all authorised duties as directed by the Manager or his delegate.

Other responsibilities will include

• Complete designated tasks in a timely manner and communicate effectively with the clients
• Proactively repair & maintain building areas within the scope of this role and ensure that a job is logged in the service management system

Perform the following duties including but not limited to:

• Replacement of lighting lamps and tubes
• Repair or replacement of fixtures and fittings such as toilet seats, toilet roll holders, shower rails, privacy locks, shower heads (shower rose), noticeboards, glove, sharps and gel brackets
• Test & tag of new patient appliances
• Minor repairs to walls and fittings
• Nurse call handset replacement

About you

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• Broad/generalist exposure to a range of Maintenance / Handyman concepts (essential)
• Electrical Test and Tag license (desirable)
• Previous experience in a hospital or large commercial complex (desirable)
• Current Drivers Licence (no restrictions)
• Proactively follow safety policies and procedures
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as self-motivated to work alone.
• An understanding of Occupational, Health, Safety and Welfare Legislation and Regulations pertaining to engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in basic building maintenance.
• Well developed time management and organisation skills.
• Understanding of or ability to acquire knowledge in workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunity, and anti-discrimination practices and behaviours as applied in the working environment.

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world‑class expertise across healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research . With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values‑driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Applications close Thursday the 24th of September 2026 – please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date.

All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

From a validated provider of healthcare services in Australia

Advertised: 10 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time