Plumber

Plumber - Westmead Hospital

• Enjoy a 9-day fortnight for better work-life balance
• Uniform and PPE supplied for your safety and convenience
• Access to an on-site gym to support your wellbeing

Repair and maintain essential plumbing systems to support patient care and ensure compliance across Western Sydney Health facilities.

Employment Type: 2 x Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Plumber Level 4

Remuneration: $62,191 - $71,522 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working

You'll be part of the Facilities Maintenance Team within Western Sydney Local Health District, working across major hospitals and health services. Our team plays a vital role in ensuring safe, reliable environments for patients and staff.

• Based at Westmead Hospital with opportunities to assist other WSLHD facilities
• Collaborative team culture focused on safety and excellence
• Work in a dynamic healthcare environment with modern infrastructure
• Contribute to uninterrupted clinical services through proactive maintenance
• Be part of an organisation committed to innovation and continuous improvement

What you'll be doing

As a Plumber, you'll deliver high-quality maintenance services that keep our facilities operating efficiently and safely. Your work ensures compliance with statutory standards and supports patient care.

• Perform reactive and planned maintenance on plumbing systems, plant, and equipment
• Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, codes, and WSLHD policies
• Respond to work requests promptly using AFM Online while managing priorities
• Participate in after-hours emergency maintenance and assist across facilities as needed
• Liaise with stakeholders to minimise disruptions and maintain service continuity

Ready to make a difference?

Join NSW Health and help us maintain safe, reliable environments for world-class healthcare. Apply today and be part of a team that values your skills and commitment.

How to Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

• License: Drivers Unrestricted; Plumber License.
• Qualification: Current Plumber's license, or plumber tradesperson with qualification in one of the following: Gas fitter, Drainer, TMV, Backflow prevention.
  
  Plumber Level 1: completed apprenticeship and/or holds relevant trade certificate or equivalent;
  
  Plumber Level 2: 120 hours of approved courses completed;
  
  Plumber Level 3: 240 hours of approved courses completed;
  
  Plumber Level 4: 360 hours of approved courses completed.

Selection Criteria:

• Current Plumber's licence, or plumber tradesperson with qualification in one of the following: Gas fitter, Drainer; TMV, Backflow prevention.
• Knowledge and proven ability to work with plumbing and hydraulic systems on a large campus.
• Demonstrate skills level and experience in working with and servicing thermostatic mixing valves, and backflow prevention devices.
• Proven knowledge of a wide range of plumbing and hydraulic services systems.
• Experience in using spreadsheets and word processing, email and other Microsoft Office applications along with knowledge of computer maintenance management system software.
• The ability to maintain stock and workflow in a Plumbing workshop.

Requisition ID: REQ621403

Applications Close: 25 November 2025

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.
• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
• For inquiries about the role, contact Kiril Nikolovski on

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.