Maintenance Officer

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Work type: Permanent
Location: Townsville
Categories: Trades and Services

Mater is looking for a Maintenance Officer - HV Electrical & Instrumentation to join the Mater Private Hospital. This permanent, full-time role is will work across both our Pimlico and Hyde Park campuses.

Carry out maintenance services on equipment, systems, and processes to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of hospital electrical assets.

You will carry out maintenance services on equipment, systems, and processes to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of hospital electrical assets.

• Perform assigned maintenance tasks within personal competence, ensuring adherence to policies, regulations, and safety standards.
• Deliver maintenance, repairs, and modifications across hospital facilities, including after-hours and on-call responsibilities.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, standards, and infection control practices, and report incidents or hazards promptly.
• Develop and optimise maintenance schedules, coordinate contractors, and contribute to long-term plant and equipment strategies.
• Accurately complete work orders, reports, procurement, and compliance records using designated electronic systems.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and training to team members; lead safety initiatives and contribute to technical knowledge development.
• Contribute to cost control, budgeting, and efficiency improvements while ensuring minimal disruption to hospital operations.
• Model organisational values, maintain required training, participate in quality improvement, and support interdepartmental collaboration.

About you

You will hold a Queensland Electrical Fitter Mechanic License and at least 5 years post trade experience in an Electrical Trade or Electrical Instrumentation role in a health services or industrial environment (e.g. hospital, power generation, chemical processing). You will also meet the below criteria:

• Current manual driver's license (C Class)
• Experience in delivering technical projects in a safe, timely and cost-efficient manner.
• A demonstrated capacity and willingness to train and mentor others in technical areas.
• Understanding and application of Safe Systems of Work (e.g. Permit to Work, HV Switching).
• Proficient in the use of computerised systems (e.g. Control System HMI, maintenance management system, processing of documentation relating to the role).
• Established ability to investigate and identify faults in plant and process systems using recognised investigation techniques
• Ability to communicate confidently in both written and oral forms at all levels within the organisation and to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Cert III or Cert IV in Instrumentation (currently possess or commitment to obtain) (desired)
• High Voltage Isolation and Access procedures (HVIA) qualification (desired)
• Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering. (desired)

Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders in healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it's our people who make the difference.

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on Friday 22 nd August 2025. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Advertised: 08 Aug 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 22 Aug 2025 E. Australia Standard Time