Title: Plumber – Level 4 (Permanent Full Time)

Remuneration: $74,384 per annum + 12% super + salary packaging.

Hours per Week: 38

Location: Armidale Hospital, Armidale, Uralla and Guyra regions.

About the Role

As a Plumber, you will play a vital role in keeping essential hospital infrastructure operating safely, efficiently and reliably. Working across a diverse range of plumbing and hydraulic systems, you will deliver high‑quality maintenance, repairs and installations to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services.

Responsibilities

- Deliver preventative and responsive maintenance across water, drainage, gas and hydraulic systems.
- Diagnose faults and carry out plumbing repairs, upgrades and installations to a high standard.
- Ensure all works comply with Australian Standards, WHS requirements and infection control protocols.
- Respond efficiently to urgent maintenance requests to minimise disruption to clinical operations.
- Contribute to facility improvement projects and infrastructure upgrades.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records using electronic management systems.
- Build positive working relationships with hospital staff, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.

Work Environment

Set in the beautiful Armidale region, Armidale Hospital offers a unique blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle appeal. The hospital is a key facility within the New England region, known for high‑quality patient care and a strong sense of community.

Team Structure

Join a dedicated and supportive maintenance team comprising electricians, carpenters, hospital assistants and administrative staff, all collaborating across multiple healthcare facilities to maintain a safe, compliant and reliable environment.

Benefits





- Up to $10,000 in the first 12 months plus up to $5,000 each year thereafter under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.
- Supportive and collaborative team setting.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Career progression opportunities within NSW Health.
- Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees.
- Salary packaging options to increase take‑home pay.
- Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing.

Essential Requirements

- Relevant trade certificate in plumbing, drainer and gas fitter or equivalent (e.g., Cert III in Plumbing).
- Current NSW Plumbing Licence, or ability to obtain prior to commencement.
- Construction White Card.
- Current driver’s licence and ability to travel for work purposes.
- Obtained or willingness to obtain thermostatic mixing valve and backflow prevention certificates.

Additional Qualifications

- Demonstrated expertise in fault‑finding, troubleshooting and delivering effective maintenance solutions.
- Dependable and proactive approach to responding to urgent maintenance requirements in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety, regulatory compliance and infection prevention standards.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across diverse teams.
- Meticulous attention to detail, supported by accurate record‑keeping and documentation practices.




- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary maintenance team while contributing to high‑quality service outcomes.
- Pride in delivering professional workmanship and maintaining healthcare facilities to the highest standard.

Additional Information

- Based on a minimum 18‑month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of the contract.
- Incentive payments are pro‑rata for part‑time and contract employees. If the contract ends early, repayment of a portion of the incentive may be required.
- Eligibility lists will be created for future permanent, full‑time and temporary vacancies.
- Hunter New England Local Health District is an inclusive employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace. Accommodations for applicants requiring adjustments to the recruitment process are available.
- Eligibility: Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport, or appropriate visa that allows living and working in Australia. Temporary visa holders will only be offered employment in line with visa conditions. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Information for Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: 3vL5fq2. Indigenous applicants may find additional support at HNEHealthSteppingUp.

EEO Statement

Hunter New England Local Health District is fully compliant with NSW Health policy directives and is committed to equal employment opportunity. All applicants are assessed on merit; we invite people of all backgrounds to apply.

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