Painter - St George Hospital

Southern NSW Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 12 days off per year

Salary packaging options

Discounted gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Job summary

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Painter/Spray Painter to deliver maintenance across the St George Hospital campus and related facilities.

The role requires a painting trade qualification, knowledge of Australian Standards, safe work practices, and the ability to work with a multidisciplinary team in a busy environment. Permanent full-time role with 38 hours per week, salary $66,160–$76,082 plus superannuation, closing 29 June 2027.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated painting experience in maintenance of large building complexes, preferably hospitals.
• Able to follow safe work practices and manage time with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of colour matching systems, paint preparation and application on diverse surfaces.
• Experience with compressors, sanders, spray equipment and ladders/scaffolding.
• Holding a painting trade qualification and knowledge of Australian Standards and Codes of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an effective maintenance service for the St George Hospital campus buildings.
• Maintain internal and external surfaces using appropriate paints and coatings.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver timely maintenance outcomes.
• Adhere to safety, WHS procedures and use of authorised equipment.

Skills

Painting maintenance

Time management

Team collaboration

Safe work practices

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

Painting trade qualification

White Card (OHS induction)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Work order systems

Spray painting equipment

Job description

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

REQ680738 Requisition #

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time

Position Classification:Painter / Spray Painter Level 1 to Level 4

Remuneration:$66,160.00 - $76,082.00 Per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week:38

Requisition ID:REQ680738

Location:St George Hospital

Applications close:29 June 2027

What you'll be doing

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional people, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.

The purpose of this position is to ensure the delivery of an effective, efficient maintenance service for the buildings of the St. George Hospital campus and outer medical service centres.

Benefits

• Up to 12 allocated days off each year in addition to annual leave.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated painting experience in maintenance of large building complexes and facility maintenance, preferably hospitals, and proven ability to work and cooperate with a multidisciplinary team of trade, non-trade, and contract staff to efficiently deliver maintenance services in a busy work environment.
• Able to demonstrate good organisational and time management skills with the ability to work with minimal supervision while following safe work practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in colour matching systems, preparation and application of paints, stains, and surface preparation materials to a wide variety of surfaces for internal/external of buildings, plant, and equipment.
• Experience with the use of compressors, sanders, spray equipment and other powered and non-powered tools and equipment such as scaffolding and ladders.
• Painting trade qualification and knowledge and application of relevant Australian Standards and Codes of Practice.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills. Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and work order systems. Interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively personally and within a team environment in the workplace.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to Work, Health and Safety and preferably hold a current white card Occupational Health and Safety General Induction for Construction in NSW Certificate.
• Current drivers licence (with a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).

For role related queries or questions contact Gary Wall on [e-mail]

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email [e-mail] and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information For Applicants

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description

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