Maintenance Electrician

Permanent Full Time | 40 Hours with Monthly ADO 

OB38  - OB40 |  $46.90 to $50.81 per hour

About the Role

The Electrician assists the Maintenance Supervisor to provide a quality, cost effective maintenance function to the Department’s clients.
The position involves the maintenance of all electrical-related services in a large health care facility with a diverse range of buildings.
Occasional alterations or additions to those services are involved.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electrical systems including power outlets, lighting, motors, control systems (VSDs, PLCs), appliances, HVAC, nurse call systems, duress controls, and HV switchgear.
• Perform electrical installations and alterations across a wide range of equipment, including HV switching when required.
• Participate in on-call and afternoon shift rosters, responding to issues as needed and supporting overall maintenance operations.
• Maintain clear verbal and written communication; carry out tasks as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor; work collaboratively within the team.
• Adhere to all Grampians Health Services policies, including infection control, confidentiality obligations, and risk management protocols.
• Uphold patient-centred care and demonstrate respect for diversity and inclusiveness in every interaction with patients, clients, and colleagues.

Skills & Experience

• Several years of hands-on electrical work in commercial and industrial settings, supported by a completed apprenticeship and trade qualifications.
• Holds a current ‘A’ Class Electrical Licence; a HV operator’s licence and driver’s licence are highly regarded.
• Skilled in fault finding, maintaining engineering equipment, and performing preventative maintenance routines.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work collaboratively or independently while maintaining clear and effective communication.
• Demonstrates flexibility in managing changing workloads and shows initiative in problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Background in maintaining electrical services in large facilities or healthcare environments is advantageous.

To see a full copy of the Position Description please click here.
 

Interested?

Click APPLY or if you wish to discuss the role prior to applying, contact Aaron Taylor, Engineering Services Manager on 03 5320 4326 for a confidential discussion. 

If you are currently employed at Grampians Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the Intranet before applying

We're actively seeking candidates for this role and will review applications as they are submitted. Applications will close when the position is filled.

About Grampians Health
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell. Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.

Culture & Benefits 

• Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
• Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays
• Access to Staff Fitness program
• Staff rewards and recognition programs

Ballarat Region
Ballarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the state’s fastest growing inland city.  Dubbed Australia’s most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping.  Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australia’s most significant heritage buildings and natural landscapes. To learn more about Ballarat click here - Visit Ballarat

Diversity and Inclusion
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police records check, immunisation clearance and Working with Children check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check.

All employees must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required, which at a minimum is a surgical mask. Additional PPE requirements are role-dependent.

Grampians Health is a child safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Grampians Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), intersex and asexual LGBTQIA+.