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Generous leave benefits under NSW Health (State) awards!Salary Packaging: Pay less tax, boost your take-home pay! Fitness Passport: Discounted gym & pool access for you & family!Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Carpenter / Level 4Remuneration: $71,026 per annumHours Per Week: 38Location: Westmead HospitalIf you''re passionate about quality craftsmanship and supporting the well-being of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!Where you''ll be workingWestern Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) provides comprehensive health services to residents across multiple local government areas. The district is dedicated to improving healthcare for the community and upholding values such as collaboration and respect.Serves Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Cumberland, and Parramatta LGAs.Delivers primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare services.Committed to better health services for the people of Western Sydney.Core values: collaboration, openness, respect, empowerment.Focused on quality health outcomes for a diverse community.What you''ll be doingThe Carpenter joining our team will play a key role in supporting maintenance activities for building fabric, ensuring compliance and timely execution of tasks.In this role, you will:Lead the trade team in reactive and planned maintenance work.Assist the Maintenance Manager with planning and coordination.Provide carpentry services in line with NSW Health guidelines.Ensure compliance with statutory and legislative requirements.Contribute to WSLHDs strategic and business objectives.Benefits of working for Western Sydney Local Health District9 Day FortnightSalary Packaging - lowers your taxable income and increases your take-home pay. More infoMeal entertainment salary packaging. More infoEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support for work and personal issues.Managers Support - confidential support for managers and HR staff.Fitness Passport - access to gyms, pools, and fitness services across NSW (not available for temporary employees).Generous leave conditions in accordance with NSW Health (State) awards.Recognition of prior relevant service may be considered toward starting salary.Leave transfer from other public sector agencies in accordance with leave mobility provisions.How to ApplyApply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria below with examples demonstrating your ability before the closing date.Essential Criteria:Trade qualification in carpentry with a tradesmans certificate of competency.Carpenter Level 1: Completed Apprenticeship or relevant trade certificate.Carpenter Level 2: 120 hours of approved courses completed.Carpenter Level 3: 240 hours of approved courses completed.Carpenter Level 4: 360 hours of approved courses completed.Selection Criteria:Trade qualification in carpentry with a tradesmans certificate of competency.Experience with power tools and wood cutting machinery.Knowledge of building and construction Work Health and Safety guidelines.Ability to prioritize and undertake work independently in a busy environment.Proficiency with software (Word, Excel, Outlook).Ability to maintain stock and workflow in a carpentry workshop.Requisition ID: REQ554631Applications Close: 22nd June 2025Need more information?Discover more about the application process, review the detailed Position Description, and explore the selection process, employment checks, and notification procedures.For inquiries about the role, contact David OMay at David.OMay@health.nsw.gov.au.People with disabilities who meet the criteria are encouraged to apply. WSLHD will provide reasonable adjustments as needed.Stepping Up supports Aboriginal job applicants. For more info, visit: Stepping Up. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Note: Westmead hospital car parking is in high demand. There is a waitlist for new staff, except for staff with disabilities.Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, you must have current Australian work rights (Australian citizen, permanent resident, or NZ citizen with a current passport). #J-18808-Ljbffr