Trades Assistant – General Maintenance

Company Description

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Job Description

In this full time role, based in Epworth Freemasons (East Melbourne) and at other Epworth sites on occasion (as requested), you will be responsible for providing quality maintenance service, as a qualified trades assistant (General Maintenance), on corrective and preventative tasks. This position covers a 38 hour work week from Monday to Friday between the hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00PM

You will be part of the Facilities team and report to the Facilities Supervisor - Freemasons.

You will make an impact by:

• Utilise your skills, knowledge & experience with available resources to effectively maintain plant & equipment.
• Actively liaise and consult with relevant staff members and external contractors to ensure effective communication is maintained.
• Source quotes from suppliers as needed
• Respond promptly and be available for an on-call roster.
• Follow Epworth Values and is guided by the Epworth Strategy.

To be successful in this role…

You will have well-developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with talented team members and able to influence stakeholders at all levels while providing the best in a supportive environment. 

You will have:

• At least 5 years experience in a Facilities Maintenance environment.
• Previous experience within Healthcare, retail or property facilities maintenance.
• A commitment to providing a safe environment for patients, medical staff, and colleagues.
• Computer skills, inclusive of Microsoft Office Excel, Word, email (outlook) etc & using file manager to manage files and folders
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• The ability to prioritise tasks taking into consideration the wider operational requirements of the hospital

Position Description        Inherent Requirements

About Freemasons
Located in East Melbourne, close to public transport and the CBD, Epworth Freemasons provides a range of world-class health services. As one of Victoria's leading maternity hospitals, Epworth Freemasons specialises in women’s and men’s health services including breast and gynaecological surgery, endoscopy and urology. Epworth Freemasons also offers comprehensive cancer care, and a full range of surgical services, including robotic assisted surgery, orthopaedics and ICU care.
Epworth Freemasons has recently upgraded and expanded its operating theatres and admissions facilities, along with major refurbishments of patient rooms and building infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Trades qualification (essential) 

Additional Information

At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth HealthCare offers our employees salary packaging benefits of $15,900 pre-tax annually, plus an optional $2,650 meals and entertainment allowance.
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave

At Epworth, we care.

We care about our patients and we care about our people. We care about keeping everyone safe. We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers. And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities.

Enquire / Apply

Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button and attach your CV and cover letter (as a single file). 

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected]

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.