Hunter New England Local Health District
REQ****** Requisition #
Cool systems, critical work - join John Hunter Hospital's Mechanical team and keep healthcare moving.
Employment Type
: PermanentFull Time
Position Classification
: Electrical Tradesperson Level 1-4
Remuneration
:$70,017 - $80,520 per annum + super
Location
: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country
Hours Per Week
: 38
Requisition ID
: REQ******
Applications Close
: Thursday, 24th September ****
Where you'll be working:
John Hunter Hospital Engineering consists of 51 staff, and the Mechanical department is a collaborative team of 6 staff that look after all aspects of the Mechanical HVAC, Airconditioning and refrigeration 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 cutting-edge 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 refrigeration mechanic at John Hunter Hospital's Engineering Department, you will be performing general reactive work. This involves looking after all aspects of the HVAC and refrigeration breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and testing on all manner of refrigeration and Air-conditioning systems on campus or the Wansey Dialysis facility at Charlestown.
About you:
A Refrigeration mechanic at John Hunter Hospital's Engineering department will have a full trade qualification, an appropriate Refrigeration Handling Licence and post trade qualifications would be highly regarded,



the work is general reactive breakdown repairs, preventive and statutory maintenance as well as work across the plant areas of a largehealth facility. If you can demonstrate 5 years employment in the trade, you will have a starting remuneration at level 4 ($*****) in line with the NSW Health Skilled Trades Award.
How you'll be supported:
A Refrigeration mechanic will work closely with mechanical trade qualified staff in the department and will also be supported by the JHH Mechanical Supervisor & 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.
What we can offer you:
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
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 ****. 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.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).
For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:
Stepping Up Website
is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:
This is a Category A position
. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with
NSW Health policy directive
PD****_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
for confidential support.
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
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