Tasequip - Asset Cleaner/Handyman (523612)

The role:

• Perform routine maintenance repairs and minor alterations to equipment (non-trade functions).
• In close consultation with the TasEquip - Team Leader for day-to-day operations, determine appropriate courses of action and priority setting.
• Provide effective and efficient cleaning of assets in accordance with Agency policies and guidelines.
• Follow infection control procedures including but not limited to:
  • Separating clean and soiled assets.
  • Cleaning and tidying facilities before assets are removed from area.
  • Following manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning and maintenance of assets in conjunction with Agency policies and guidelines.
• Ensure cleaning and repair equipment is stored, used and maintained according to Agency policies and guidelines, including reporting faults to enable corrective action to be undertaken.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

The team:

• Valuable part of a small dynamic, friendly team
• A varied "hands on" role that includes an interesting range of tasks
• Part of a valuable service that supports the Tasmanian community

Details of Appointment:

Permanent, part time, day worker position working 38 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Location: Launceston, Tasmania

Salary: $58,184 to $59,580 per annum, pro rata. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Registration to Work with Vulnerable People

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Completion of Certificate III in Asset Maintenance (Cleaning Operations) or similar and/or previous cleaning experience preferably within a healthcare environment
• Completion of Certificate III in a mechanical repair, welding or similar and/or previous repair/maintenance experience, preferably within a healthcare equipment
• Current Driver’s Licence

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

1. crimes of violence
2. sex related offences
3. serious drug offences
4. crimes involving dishonesty

1. Identification check
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

How to Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

Applicant Guide

For more information

Andrea Burcher

Statewide Program Director - TasEquip
Phone: (03) 6777 4***

Important information

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To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details

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