The role:

• As directed by the Senior Tradesperson - Electrical, maintain, install, commission, test and ensure statutory compliance of health facility electrical equipment.
• In consultation with supervisory staff, design, implement and review programmed maintenance schedules.
• Assist other staff in day-to-day operations of the Facilities Management and Engineering Services department whilst working within the boundaries of trade qualification, knowledge and experience. This includes providing work feedback reports, ensuring deadlines, specifications and quality standards are met, providing trade technical advice and relieving absent electrical supervisory staff as required.
• Liaise with other Agency employees, government agencies and other organisations to ensure work is undertaken with minimal disruption to clients and other staff. 

You will need:

• Demonstrated sound experience in and extensive knowledge of electrical trade skills to modify, commission, repair and maintain electrical devices, controls and equipment appropriate to a hospital environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise work, accomplish project timeframes and make responsible recommendations.
• Proven ability to interact and communicate effectively with staff from all levels of various organisations, including the demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multifunctioning team.

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

Details of Appointment

Permanent, full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible

• 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 and part time vacancies.

Salary: $73,811 to $79,779 per annum + 11.5% superannuation

Salary Packaging:

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, reducing your tax payable each year. 

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• 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:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

1. Relevant Trades Qualification

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

1. Current Driver’s Licence

Please Note: On call is a requirement of this position

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

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

Statement of Duties

• Generic Tradesperson - Electrician Band 3 (July 2023) CSU.docx

Applicant Guide

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.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.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role 

For more information:

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

Name: Martine Cornish
Position: Senior Asset Analyst - Medical Equipment Infrastructure Services
Mobile: 0438 030 883 
Email: martine.cornish@health.tas.gov.au

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