Your role at St John of God Mount Lawley Hospital
Are you a skilled plumber with a passion for precision and reliability? Join our dedicated Engineering & Maintenance team at SJG Mount Lawley Hospital where your work directly supports critical healthcare operations and patient safety. As Plumber you will be responsible for monitoring, operating, maintaining and repairing hydraulic services and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
The role is offered on a permanent full-time basis.
The Position
Participate in the supportive role of the Engineering & Maintenance Department as an integral part of the caring and healing mission of the hospital.
Ensuring that interactions with other staff are conducive to harmonious working relationships and being aware of safety and emergency procedures within the Hospital.
Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and secure environment by using safe working practices and by identifying and assisting to remove any hazards.
Responsible for the repair and maintenance of hydraulic services, equipment, water supply and sanitary items.
Update repair and maintenance documentation for computer-based maintenance management systems.
Maintain adequate stock levels for the efficient operation of plumbing and hydraulic services.
Assist as required with general maintenance in the Hospital.
Certify plumbing works as required including back flow prevention and gas installations to Level II.
The position will require you to carry a pocket pager and be prepared to respond to calls when required. You will be required to be ‘on call’ for the role.
To succeed you will have a Trade Certificate in Plumbing and a current ‘A’ Class Plumbing License with 5+ years of technical and trade experience and endorsements in back flow prevention and gas installations. You will also be able to identify faults in the types of plumbing and hydraulic systems installed in a hospital environment and have the ability to work in such diverse areas such as patients' rooms, Operating Suites, plant rooms, kitchen, swimming pools, convent quarters and doctors' rooms.
A sound knowledge of building trades, maintenance and repairs, a current ‘C’ class Driver’s License and excellent physical health and mobility is essential in this role.
Above all, patient care and providing excellent service will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer you
Salary: $90,003 per annum plus 12% superannuation
Permanent full-time position
Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
Novated leasing
work related expenses
self-education and
additional superannuation
A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Green travel allowance – if you walk, car pool or use public transport you could be eligible for up to $1,500 per year
Access to fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport
For enquiries contact Keith Giles, Facility Manager, on 0418 914 369.
Applications Close: 21 July 2025
Please note: If suitable candidates are identified, shortlisting and interviews may begin before the advertisement closes.
Position may be filled before closing date if a suitable candidate is identified
At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.