Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

The Role:

The King Island Hospital and Health Centre are seeking motivated Multi-Skilled Domestics to join their team.

The Multi-skilled Domestic provides:

• Catering support in the preparation and delivery of quality meals to patients, that meet individual requirements.
• A high standard of environmental cleaning within the hospital, clinics and accommodation area.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania 

Located in the Bass Strait between Victoria and northwest coast of Tasmania, King Island is well-known for world class cheese, fresh seafood, clean air, and incredible surfing and golf. King Island provides a picturesque backdrop for work and leisure, offering a close connection to the land and sea. It's a place where work-life balance can be easily achieved amidst stunning landscapes and a supportive community environment, with the island's small population fostering a tight-knit community atmosphere, where locals welcome newcomers with warmth and hospitality. In your downtime, you can choose your own adventure with one of our numerous opportunities to explore coastal walks, reserves, and historic sites, or you can simply relax and enjoy the tranquillity. 

If you need any more convincing about our beautiful part of the world, and want to find out more about what it means to be part of our community, please visit: Live on King Island

Details of appointment:

Fixed term, casual, shift-worker (fully rotational) position working as and when required, for approximately twelve (12) months. 

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $58,184 to $59,580 pro rata, per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2022

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates 

• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

Eligibility:

Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: 502457, 502462, 502410, 521783 Multi-skilled Domestic HSO3 (July 2023) CSU.docx

Application Guide:  Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Alanna Cowley

Director of Nursing - King Island 

Phone: (03) 6418 5057
Email: alanna.cowley@ths.tas.gov.au

What it is like working at the Department of Health? 

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