Services Assistant - Jamestown Casual Pool

Yorke And Northern Local Health Network; Jamestown, Burra; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual loading

Job summary

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network in Jamestown is hiring a Services Assistant on a casual basis to support catering, cleaning and laundry functions within the hospital and health service. This role contributes to patient comfort and staff efficiency by delivering meals, maintaining hygiene standards, and assisting with general duties.

The position requires basic knowledge of safety, food handling, infection control, and customer service, with familiarity in Word/Excel desirable.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of safe working conditions.
• Basic knowledge of Food Safety Standards.
• Basic knowledge of Infection Control Standards, including cleaning and sanitizing processes.
• Basic knowledge and commitment to customer service principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver meals and beverages to patients and staff.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment in patient areas.
• Assist with laundry duties and linen management.
• Provide efficient catering and cleaning services to support patient care.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Infection Control

Customer service

Basic computer skills

OH&S knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Services Assistant - Jamestown Casual Pool

Job no: ******
Work type: Casual
Location: Yorke and Mid North
Categories: Catering and Hospitality, Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care, Support Services

• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Jamestown Hospital and Health Service, Jamestown
• WHD2 | Casual (up to 26 March 2027), working over a 7 day roster
• Salary: $31.70 - $32.28 per hour + 25% casual loading

Make a Difference in Healthcare as a Services Assistant!

As a Services Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our health unit runs smoothly, providing top-notch catering and cleaning services that directly impact patient comfort and care. From preparing and delivering delicious, nutritious meals to maintaining a clean, welcoming environment, your contributions will be key in enhancing the overall experience for both patients and staff. Plus, you’ll help with laundry duties, ensuring everything stays fresh and ready. If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic team that values efficiency and quality, we want you to join us!

What You'll Bring

• Basic knowledge of safe working conditions.
• Basic knowledge of Food Safety Standards.
• Basic knowledge of Infection Control Standards, including cleaning and sanitizing processes.
• Basic knowledge and commitment to customer service principles.
• Knowledge of computer packages eg. Microsoft Word, Excel.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare Act and Risk Management principles.

About Us

Burra is a historic town in South Australia, known for its rich mining heritage and beautiful landscapes. With well-preserved 19th-century architecture and local attractions like the Burra Heritage Trail, it offers a perfect mix of history and natural beauty. Burra’s friendly community and peaceful atmosphere make it an ideal place to live and explore.

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN) is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+SB communities, and people living with disability and/or neurodivergence. We support workplace adjustments and welcome you to share any access or support needs during recruitment and employment.

A career in YNLHN offers diverse opportunities, strong career development, and the chance to live and work across a unique landscape including farming regions, coastline, vineyards, and the Southern Flinders Ranges. View the video below to learn more about working with us

Work with us - Yorke and Northern LHN

Applicant Information

In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & casual loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements:

• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: ******

Enquiries

Tess Noonan
EO/DON Crystal Brook & Jamestown
Phone: ************
Email: *********************

Application Closing Date

26th March 2027 - 11.55PM

Attachments

****** - Jamestown WHD2 Catering and Utility Role Description.pdf

Services Assistant Job Capacity Statement.pdf

Australian applicant guidelines