- Develop your skills and contribute to continuous improvement
- Generous salary packaging | 5 weeks annual leave | Fortnightly RDO’s

About the role

The Mechanical Plant Operator is responsible for the operation, inspection, maintenance and optimisation of critical mechanical plant and infrastructure supporting The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

The position ensures the safe, reliable and compliant operation of HVAC, steam, heating hot water, chilled water, medical air, vacuum and associated building services systems across the hospital campuses. The role undertakes day-to-day repairs, supports preventative maintenance programs, monitors performance via the Building Automation System, and participates in on-call and rostered duties.

Key Accountabilities

- Operate, monitor and maintain critical mechanical plant and building services, including chillers, boilers, steam, HVAC, cooling towers, medical vacuum and compressed air systems.
- Coordinate reactive, scheduled and preventative maintenance, ensuring timely completion and minimal disruption to clinical operations.
- Use BMS and CAFM systems to monitor plant performance, manage work requests and maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records.
- Work collaboratively with clinical teams, internal trades, contractors and service providers to resolve maintenance issues and optimise facility operations.
- Support safety, compliance and emergency response, identifying risks and ensuring critical infrastructure remains safe, reliable and operational.
- Participate in continuous improvement and after-hours/on-call arrangements, contributing to maintenance performance, service quality and operational efficiency

About You

You will hold a trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning,



or an equivalent engineering trade, and bring:

- Demonstrated experience maintaining large commercial or industrial mechanical plant
- Experience operating mechanical plant in a critical environment
- Working knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, heating hot water, steam and BMS systems
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and operational manuals
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose issues and manage competing priorities
- Understanding of safe work practices and access/permit systems
- Sound written, verbal and numeracy skills
- Valid driver’s licence

Benefits of Working at RMH

- Meaningful WorkMake a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
- Career GrowthAccess learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
- Supportive Culture & BelongingJoin in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
- InnovationHelp shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
- World-Class ExcellenceWork alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
- Enjoy great employee benefitsSalary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including 5 weeks annual leave and fortnightly RDO for eligible full time staff (role/EBA dependent).
- Work in the Parkville PrecinctWork in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.

Interested?

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

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📌 Mechanical Plant Operator (Melbourne)
🏢 Melbourne Health
📍 Melbourne