Carpenter/ Handy Person - Maintenance Department

Permanent Full Time 80 hours per fortnight with ADO

About Us

At Western District Health Service (WDHS) we pride ourselves on our strong teamwork and our shared commitment to providing person-centred high-quality healthcare to the Southern Grampians community.

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The Greater Hamilton region is rich with lifestyle opportunities and facilities. Working for WDHS will enable you to pursue your profession, build your career and enjoy a great work/life balance. To find our more information about the Greater Hamilton region you can visit  https://wdhs.net/v2/home/careers/community-information/ 

Living in the Southern Grampians you can enjoy the nearby Grampians National Park, beaches & wineries.

You will be working alongside experienced, passionate leaders who are true to our values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy. 

About the role

WDHS is seeking a qualified Carpenter or experienced Handyperson to join our maintenance Department to assist in the general maintenance and repairs to our buildings, plant and equipment.

The successful applicant will work cohesively with all trades in their day-to-day activities, will be reliable and punctual, well-presented and take pride in their work. The Carpenter or experienced handyperson will report to the Facility Manager through the Works Supervisor and duties will include routine maintenance inspections to buildings, plant and equipment, minor building works and general maintenance support.

WDHS is a multi-campus organisation that includes acute and aged care facilities, and the applicant may be required to work across the Hamilton, Coleraine and Penshurst campuses.

You will bring:

• Current Driver's Licence
• A demonstrated understanding of the importance of teamwork in a health service environment, including the ability to work collaboratively and cohesively with colleagues, supervisors and other stakeholders
• Ability to work across multiple areas throughout the WDHS Maintenance Department
• Positive interpersonal skills and a teamwork approach
• Ability to communicate with a broad range of people
• Effective time management, planning and organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines

What we can Offer You 

• Salary packaging options ($9,010) and meals and entertainment card ($2,650.00)
• Novated vehicle leasing
• Excellent employment conditions and staff health and wellbeing supportive culture
• Flexible Work arrangements
• Free on-site car parking
• Discounted leisure memberships
• Social Club membership

For more details take a look at our Position Description.

Closing Date: Friday 4 April 2025

Proposed Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 7 April 2025

The successful applicant will hold, or be able to obtain, a current National Criminal Police/NDIS Check. Dependant on your position you may be required to obtain a Working with Children Check Clearance, Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme check and / or NDIS Worker Screening Check. All successful applicants are to comply with WDHS immunisation and vaccination requirements. At WDHS we are proud to be smoke free.

Western District Health Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer that has a commitment to cultural safety, inclusion and empowerment of Indigenous, Torres Strait Islander, their families and communities and encourages them to apply. This organisation promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally, linguistically diverse and aboriginal backgrounds and those with a disability.