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Equipment Support Officer (Motor Vehicle Driver Grade 1)Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Motor Vehicle Driver 46516250Location: Wallsend | Hunter Equipment ServiceRemuneration: $63,968.32 per annum + super + salary packagingHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ642189Applications Close: Tuesday, 12 March 2026Keeping our community safe, supported and independent.Delivering more than equipment delivering care.Make a Difference in Your CommunityHunter Equipment Service is seeking a reliable and motivated Equipment Support Officer to join our team in Wallsend. This important role directly supports patients to remain safe, comfortable and independent in their own homes. Your work contributes to patient safety, infection control, and the smooth operation of community healthcare services across the region.About Hunter Equipment ServiceWe are proud of our experienced and long-standing team, with many staff having worked with us for years. Our workplace culture is built on respect, trust and genuine teamwork. We value reliability, professionalism and supporting one another to deliver high-quality service to the community. New team members are welcomed into a collaborative environment where knowledge is shared, contributions are recognised, and everyone understands the important role we play in supporting patient care.About the RoleNo two days are the same. A typical day includes:Loading, unloading and planning delivery runsDelivering and collecting medical and mobility equipment from patient homes and health facilitiesCleaning, inspecting and preparing equipment for reissue in line with infection control standardsMaintaining accurate documentation and equipment recordsEnsuring your work vehicle is safe, clean and ready for daily useOrganising stock and supporting efficient service operationsThis is an active, hands-on role that combines organisation, physical work, vehicle care and meaningful community interaction.About YouTo succeed in this role, you will:Be physically capable of safely handling and transporting equipmentDemonstrate reliability, organisation and the ability to work independentlyHave strong communication and customer service skillsShow attention to detail and commitment to safetyMaintain accurate documentation and vehicle care standardsHold a current drivers licence (essential)Above all, you will bring a positive attitude, adaptability and a genuine commitment to supporting the community.Support and DevelopmentWe are committed to helping our team succeed. You will receive:Comprehensive induction and on-the-job trainingOngoing training to stay up to date with best practice and safety standardsSupport from an experienced, long-standing teamRegular communication and guidance from supervisorsYou will be supported in a collaborative environment where your contribution is valued and your development encouraged.Why Join Hunter New England Health?Hunter New England Health offers meaningful work in a supportive environment, located in beautiful regional communities.Benefits include:Proximity to shopping and local servicesAllocated Days Off (ADO) for full-time employeesFour weeks annual leave (pro rata for part-time employees)Paid parental leave (subject to eligibility)Salary packaging up to $11,600 plus novated leasingFitness Passport for you and your familyEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family membersOpportunity to collaborate with a diverse range of clinical and non-clinical professionalsNeed more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Lisa-Dawn McGavern on Additional InformationAn eligibility list will be created for future permanent or temporary full-time and part-time vacanciesTo be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.Information for Applicants:Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directivePD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor Category A positions prior to offer.All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. The Welcome ExperienceThe Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more atwww.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperienceSalary Packaging:is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contactingSalaryPackagingPLUS!viaor 1300 40 25 23.Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range ofbenefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.Connect with us onFacebookandLinkedIn!