Our Health Service is expanding and so is our Infrastructure and Assets Team!

• Permanent Full Time Opportunity

Job details

About the role

The fitter and turner will be responsible for carrying out efficient and cost-effective mechanical fitting, maintenance and minor new works/projects within the West Moreton Health District.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Experience and knowledge relating to the installation and maintenance of mechanical plant and equipment, in single and multi-storey buildings similar to large, major health care facilities, including:
  • Repairs to beds, wheelchairs, trolleys
  • Minor fabrication
  • Maintenance of building plant, including boilers, sterilisers with incorporated steam generators, and other machinery.
• Ability to prioritise works, projects and timeframes, manage costs and make responsible and accurate recommendations, to produce an effective work output in terms of both quality and quantity, without supervision.
• Ability to effectively investigate problems, provide options and implement suitable solutions.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team or individually, and experience managing service contractors and/or interacting, communicating and negotiating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Possession of a Certificate III in Engineering (Fitting and/or Turning) or equivalent Queensland recognised trade qualification as a fitter and turner, and a General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association within Australia. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to the commencement of duties.
• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link  

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

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

Documents

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

• WM652529_08 Fitter and Turner_RD (PDF, 179KB)
  Role Description
  
  Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  WMH Leadership Standards (PDF, 241KB)
  Information Package for Applicants