An opportunity exists for a Fitter who will provide an in-house capability to effectively plan and undertake corrective maintenance, planned maintenance and develop fitting skills and workshop practices related to health care plant and equipment. The Fitter is responsible for carrying out efficient and cost-effective maintenance related to boilers, steam reticulation equipment, pressure vessels, generators, specialised surgical tools and instruments, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and other mechanical technologies.

Job details

Sunshine Coast Health is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south and Gympie in the north. 

Sunshine Coast Health is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, protect and promote human rights in our decision-making and actions.

Key Responsibilities include:

• The Fitter shall provide assistance to other Trades and Contractors where skills and experience permit and carry out minor new works as directed.
• Carry out Fitting and general mechanical maintenance work in accordance with relevant Qld Health Task Specifications, National, State and Local Government and other statutory body regulations and standards.
• Carry out checks, servicing, testing, performance testing and fault finding on Prime Mover power sources for generators, boilers, air compressors, vacuum pumps, medical air compressors and systems, sterilisers, autoclaves and other steam equipment and reticulation systems.
• Carry out aluminium, stainless steel and mild steel fabrication and repairs to trolleys, beds and repairs to stethoscopes, wheelchairs, IV poles, kitchen utensils and precision surgical implements requiring sharpening/repairs and other minor mechanical and fitting tasks.

Remuneration based pro rata on equivalent full time value up to $103 065 p.a., comprising salary rates: $38.59 - $45.55 p.h. employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HBEA9-HBEA6) (Fixed term temporary part position, 38 hrs p.f. for 6 months). Applications will remain current for the duration of the vacancy. Please note: only applications from candidates will be accepted (applications that may result in an agency fee will not be considered).

Why work for us?

We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
As a Queensland Health employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.
We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. We encourage people of all genders, races, ages and abilities to apply for roles within our Health Service.
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Sunshine Coast here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/sunshinecoast/careers 

As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to:
• A wellness program;
• Generous superannuation;
• Flexible work arrangements;
• Career training and development; and
• Salary packaging.

Check out the latest updates here:
https://www.sunshinecoast.health.qld.gov.au/  

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants, SCHHS (PDF, 1.79MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SC646926-RD (PDF, 393KB)
  Role Description