At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential plumbing services at Wollongong Hospital and ensure systems run smoothly.
- Company: Join ISLHD, a supportive employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, salary packaging, fitness perks, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Temporary role until 2027 with potential for extension and on-call opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while honing your plumbing skills.
- Qualifications: Must hold a current NSW Plumbers and Drainers Licence and a valid driver's licence.
The predicted salary is between 66619 - 76616 $ per year.
Looking for a Plumbing role with more variety and flexibility? Use your trade skills to help keep essential hospital services running safely and reliably.
Salary: $66,619.00 - $76,616.00 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time until 5 October 2027 | Wollongong Hospital (TWH) | REQ695715 | Grade: Plumber - Skilled Trades Level 1-4 | Applications close: Monday 26 October, 2026
Flexible hours between 6am and 6pm | Mostly indoor, air-conditioned work | On-call and overtime opportunities
About the role
As a Plumber based at Wollongong Hospital you will provide plumbing and other hydraulic services, ensuring the upkeep of regulatory servicing of water, sewerage systems and gas services across ISLHD. This encompasses working with a small team of Trade staff, liaising with other staff, to support the delivery of ethical and cost-effective plumbing services in a timely manner, across the district. This position may also require the incumbent to be available and willing to partake in the on-call system to provide 24-hour breakdown cover and overtime when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out plumbing/hydraulic repairs including diagnosing faults, liaising with other trades or contractors regarding parts and repairs, maintaining and ordering replacement components.
- Perform plumbing/hydraulic installation work and make improvements to existing installations while adhering to standards.
- Carry out preventative maintenance to plumbing/hydraulic services and systems across ISLHD.
- Report on breakdown, rectification and planned preventative works to deliver and maintain services within the delegated area of responsibility.
- Coordinate with other staff, departments and contractors to minimise interruptions and support the smooth operation of services.
- Ensure plumbing work is completed in line with relevant policies, Australian Standards, Codes of Practice and legislative requirements.
- Assist with after-hours and emergency response and participate in the on-call roster as required.
- While primarily based at Wollongong Hospital, you may also undertake maintenance and repairs at other ISLHD facilities across the District.
More from your trade career
You will have access to a range of practical benefits and opportunities to develop your skills, including:
- Flexible working hours between 6am and 6pm.
- Mostly indoor, air-conditioned work.
- Licence allowances for eligible trade qualifications, including electrical, plumbing and HVAC.
- Additional allowances where applicable, including dirt, fouled equipment and confined space.
- Training opportunities including working at heights and confined space.
- Second apprenticeship opportunities, subject to approval, with day release available.
Benefits of working with ISLHD
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demands of everyday life, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees).
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay.
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees).
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families.
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category B role.
Current NSW Plumbers and Drainers Licence.
Current Unrestricted NSW Drivers Licence.
This is a temporary position until 5 October 2027, with the possibility of extension at same/reduced hours.
ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.
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