Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 3
Remuneration: $63,231.56 Per Annum + Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ686087
Location: Morisset Hospital
Closing Date: Thursday 03 September 2026
Make a difference every day by helping create safe, well-maintained and welcoming healthcare environments.
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is seeking a motivated and hands-on Grounds Maintenance Officer to join our Maintenance team based at Morisset Hospital. Bring your practical skills, initiative and team spirit to a role where the work you do helps create safe and welcoming healthcare environments for our community.
In this role, you will work alongside a dedicated team of skilled tradespeople, supporting the maintenance of Morisset Hospital and a number of key Community Mental Health facilities across the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie area.
About the Role
As a Grounds Maintenance Officer, you will play an important role in ensuring our hospital and community facilities are safe, functional and well presented.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
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Mowing, whipper snipping, weeding and general lawn and garden maintenance.
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Maintaining gardens, grounds and external areas to a high standard.
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Supporting the Engineering Department with general maintenance activities.
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Assisting other trades as required.
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Transporting furniture, equipment and other items between hospital and community sites.
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Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) and statutory maintenance activities.
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Helping maintain buildings, plant and equipment to support a safe and efficient working environment.
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Identifying and reporting hazards, risks and maintenance issues.
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Working collaboratively with the Maintenance team and Mental Health Engineer to ensure facilities operate effectively and safely.
This is a varied role where no two days are necessarily the same. You will have the opportunity to work across different environments and contribute directly to the quality and safety of healthcare facilities within the community.
About You
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys working both independently and as part of a team.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work professionally with a range of stakeholders.
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Self-motivation, initiative and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
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A positive and collaborative approach to teamwork.
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Flexibility and the ability to adapt to different working environments and changing priorities.
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A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
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A practical, hands-on approach and pride in maintaining high standards.
Experience in grounds and garden maintenance is highly valued, with ongoing support and training available to develop your skills.
A current driver licence is essential for this position.
Support and Development
You will be supported through a comprehensive orientation process, including specific Mental Health site inductions to ensure you are confident working within our facilities.
HNELHD also provides access to ongoing training and development opportunities aligned with your role and responsibilities.
You will work closely with experienced trades staff and line management, providing you with the support you need to succeed.
We Offer
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Flexible working hours.
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9-day fortnight.
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Fleet vehicles available for work-related travel.
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Ongoing allowances aligned with the applicable award.
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The opportunity to work across Morisset Hospital and Community Mental Health facilities throughout the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie area.
Why join Hunter New England Health?
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Be part of one of the largest and most diverse Local Health Districts in NSW
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Influence digital solutions that directly support patient care and clinical outcomes
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Salary packaging options
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Work collaboratively with passionate clinicians and digital health professionals
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Enjoy career development opportunities within NSW Health
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Make a real difference across a large, complex health service
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Fitness Passport for you and your family
What you'll be doing
Maintain, repair and modify hospital buildings, plant, equipment, grounds and gardens to ensure minimal disruption to the facility.
Need more information?
about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Nicole Halpin on
[email protected]
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via
[email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact
[email protected] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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