Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth
Hospitals Sth - SAA&CS;
Applications must be submitted by Monday 17 August, *******:55 PM
Monday 17 August, *******:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Operational Health Officer, Level 2
$65,827 to $68,854 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, part-time
Region:
South
Location:
St John's Park, St John's Ave
Join Home Care South and help support clients to live safely and independently in their own homes across Southern Tasmania.
Home Care South is a dynamic and client-focused team within the Department of Health (Tasmania), dedicated to delivering high-quality in-home support services across Southern Tasmania.
Our primary mission is to support frail older people and younger people with disabilities to remain safely and independently in their homes and communities, in line with the Charter of Aged Care Rights and the Aged Care Quality Standards.
You'll be part of a team that values integrity, respect, and innovation in everything we do.
Work in a dynamic, fast paced, well equipped unit
Working in a highly rewarding role!
Work as a member of a vibrant and innovative team
Be part of a dynamic, fast paced, supported team.
The Role
Are you a practical, reliable person who enjoys making a positive difference in people's lives?
Join Home Care South and help support clients to live safely and independently in their own homes across Southern Tasmania.
As a Home Maintenance Officer, you will provide home maintenance and minor modification services for clients, undertake equipment deliveries and collections, maintain records, and work closely with clients, colleagues, and community services to deliver high-quality support.
You will need
Experience carrying out general home maintenance and minor modification work.
Knowledge of workplace health and safety practices, manual handling principles, and the safe use of equipment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, staff, and external stakeholders.




A compassionate and respectful approach when working with older people, people with disability, and their carers.
The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain accurate records.
Details of appointment
Fixed term, part time, day worker position, working up to ***** hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 30 June ****.
*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
$65,827 to $68,854 pro rata per annum + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement ****
Salary Packaging
You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Perks available to eligible candidates
Professional development and accelerated pathways.
A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $***** per week per person, or $***** for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
Current Driver's Licence
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Qualifications in individual support or appropriate trade related area.
Applicants should note the position features
Positions are located at St Johns Park and other community health centres in the southern area.
See position advertisement for specific location




The Home Maintenance Officers are regularly required to travel across Southern Tasmania.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health.
Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities.
(Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act ****).
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do.
This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation.
We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Operational Health Officer, Level 2
$65,827 to $68,854 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, part-time
Region:
South
Location:
St John's Park, St John's Ave
Join Home Care South and help support clients to live safely and independently in their own homes across Southern Tasmania.
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Operational Health Officer, Level 2
$65,827 to $68,854 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, part-time
Region:
South
Location:
St John's Park, St John's Ave
Join Home Care South and help support clients to live safely and independently in their own homes across Southern Tasmania.
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