Plumber Level 1-4 - John Hunter Hospital

Hunter New England Local Health District; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MyHealth training

Study leave

Internal training

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District at John Hunter Hospital Engineering is seeking a Plumber Level 1-4 to perform general reactive work, hydraulic and drainage repairs, preventive maintenance, and testing across the hospital's Plumbing infrastructure. You will have completed plumbing apprenticeship, Tradesperson Certificate and full Plumbing Licence, with at least five years in the trade.

The role offers a 38-hour week, permanent full-time employment, and opportunities for internal training

Qualifications

• Completed plumbing apprenticeship and relevant trade qualifications.
• Tradesperson Certificate of Proficiency and full Plumbing Licence required.
• Ideally five years' trade experience and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• General reactive plumbing work including hydraulic and drainage repairs.
• Preventive maintenance and testing across Plumbing infrastructure.
• Construction refurb work across all plumbing areas.

Education

Plumbing apprenticeship

Tradesperson Certificate of Proficiency

Plumbing Licence

Job description

Employment Type

Permanent Full Time

Position Classification

Plumber Level 1-4

Remuneration

$66,619 - $76,616 per annum + super

Location

John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country

Hours Per Week

38

Requisition ID

REQ700727

Applications Close

Monday, 16th November 2026

Where You'll Be Working

John Hunter Hospital Engineering consists of 51 staff, and the Plumbing department is a collaborative team of 8 staff that look after all aspects of the Plumbing infrastructure for the John Hunter Campus and its ancillary buildings.

This is an opportunity to work for the largest employer in the region which services a population of more than 900,000 across the Hunter, New England, and Lower Mid North Coast areas. John Hunter Hospital is a Level 6, tertiary referral, major trauma, and teaching hospital.

The NSW Government has committed $835 million to redevelop the John Hunter and John Hunter Children's Hospital. The John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct project will deliver an innovative and integrated precinct with industry-leading facilities. The project will work in collaboration with health, education, and research partners to meet the current and future needs of the greater Newcastle, Hunter New England, and Northern NSW regions.

About The Role

As a Plumber at John Hunter Hospital's Engineering Department, you will be performing general reactive work. This involves looking after hydraulic and drainage breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and testing, along with the construction refurb work across all aspects and areas of the Plumbing infrastructure.

About You

You will hold a completed plumbing apprenticeship and relevant trade qualifications, including a Tradesperson Certificate of Proficiency and a full Plumbing Licence (or be willing to obtain a Certificate IV in Plumbing). You will have demonstrated experience in plumbing installation and maintenance, ideally with at least five years' experience in the trade, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

In this role, you will undertake reactive breakdown repairs, preventative and statutory maintenance, and general plumbing work across the plant areas of John Hunter Hospital, so experience working within a large health facility will be highly regarded. Post-trade qualifications will also be viewed favourably.

Applicants who can demonstrate at least five years' employment in the trade will be eligible for starting remuneration at Level 4, in accordance with the NSW Health Skilled Trades Award.

How You'll Be Supported

You will work closely other trade qualified Plumbers in the department and will also be supported by John Hunter Engineering management. There are opportunities to undertake internal training through the MyHealth learning system and staff that undertake post trade studies may be supported with study leave.

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• 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.

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

For role related queries or questions contact John Merrick 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 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.

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.