About the role

Mater’s Engineering and Maintenance team are searching for an experienced Electrician. The position is permanent, full-time based at South Brisbane. 

The Electrician will carry out repairs and maintenance tasks to Mater Health Services facilities as directed by the Electrical Trades Manager or relevant delegate in order to maintain the Mater facilities in a safe and well-presented condition ensuring all work is performed in a timely, cost-effective manner to prescribed quality standards and to meet customer needs. 

Salary range: $39.90 - $46.00 per hour plus 11.5% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

Promote the mission, philosophy and values of Mater Health Services. The responsibilities of the Electrician will include (but not limited to):

• Maintain regular communication with Trade Group Manager and Trade Coordinator to address daily work plan and activities
• Contribute to the planning and development of maintenance and renovation programs for MHS facilities
• Provide guidance on preferred maintenance practices based on trade and technical knowledge
• Assist in the quotation process for required work
• Manage stock levels and ordering as needed
• Utilise technical skills to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of work
• Support apprentices through technical guidance and supervision
• Collaborate with workshop team members and other trades to ensure successful completion of multi-trade tasks
• Provide 24hour maintenance service by participating in on-call roster as may be required
• Comply with the requirements of workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination practices and behaviour in the work environment

About you

The successful application will require the following:

• Certificate 3 Electrical Fitter / Mechanic qualifications
• An understanding of Occupational, Health, Safety and Welfare Legislation and Regulations pertaining to Electrical
• Demonstrated experience in building electrical maintenance
• Hold a current “C” Class Motor Driver’s Licence
• To demonstrate willingness to commit to the mission, philosophy and values of the congregation of the Sister of Mercy

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.

We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

• Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
• Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
• Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other
• Unlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Access to on-site, discounted parking
• Enhance your expertise and credentials with exclusive discounts on postgraduate certificates through our university partnerships
• Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues

Applications close on Monday the 14th of April 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.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.