Vocational Instructor (Rehabilitation Tradesperson) - Liverpool Hospital - Perm FT

South Western Sydney Local Health District

REQ690662

Requisition ID: REQ690662

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $80,116.02 - $82,117.59 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great Join a supportive and purpose-driven team where your carpentry expertise helps people rebuild skills, confidence and independence following a brain injury. In this rewarding role, you will combine hands-on workshop management with meaningful client training and rehabilitation outcomes.

- Deliver individual and group-based carpentry training programs tailored to clients' abilities and rehabilitation goals.
- Supervise the secure use of woodworking tools and machinery while fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Coordinate workshop operations, including materials, equipment maintenance, WHS compliance and production activities.
- Work closely with Occupational Therapists, multidisciplinary teams, families and carers to support client progress.
- Contribute to service improvement initiatives that enhance rehabilitation outcomes and client experiences.

Are You the Right Fit?

A S killed tradesperson with strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to supporting people with disability or injury, ready to thrive in a hands-on environment, can manage competing priorities independently and is passionate about creating safe and engaging learning opportunities.

The right candidate would:

- Demonstrate knowledge of woodworking techniques, machinery and workshop operations.




- Sound understanding of Work Health and Safety and risk management principles within a woodworking workplace.
- Ability to provide clear instruction, supervision and support to individuals with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage schedules, records and workshop resources.
- Effective communicator who works collaboratively with clients, carers, suppliers and multidisciplinary teams.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

- First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain such within 3 months of commencement in the position.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
- Demonstrated knowledge of woodwork procedures and equipment use.
- Understanding of Work, Health and Safety.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently and as a team.
- Experience working with people with a disability and/or awareness of the challenges of returning to work after a severe injury.
- Willingness to undertake internal training as a Manual Handling: Workplace Trainer.
- Demonstrated understanding of Risk Management principles as applied in a woodworking workplace.

We value the diverse backgrounds,



experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

More Than Just a Job - Why Work With Us?

- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part time staff)
- One extra day off each month for full-time employees
- Work-Life Balance
- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
- South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementingthe Child Safe Standards .We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Temporary Positions

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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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📌 Vocational Instructor (Rehabilitation Tradesperson) - Liverpool Hospital - Perm FT
🏢 Southern NSW Local Health District
📍 Liverpool