Electrician | Hillmorton Health Campus

• Christchurch – Based at Hillmorton Health Campus
• Permanent full-time role - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

In this role you will be mainly based at Hillmorton and Princess Margaret hospitals and be required to perform maintenance and repairs of electrical items,or systems associated with Waitaha Canterbury buildings and sites. This will include the installation, repair and maintenance of hospital equipment and hospital reticulation systems, electrical safety checks along with a variety of other commercial and industrial maintenance. Regular inspection of the operating systems and services within buildings and throughout Waitaha Canterbury sites. Upgrading and replacement installation of mechanical building services plant and systems throughout Waitaha Canterbury. Assist other trade staff on any type of work as directed by the Maintenance Manager. To be familiar and comply with the Maintenance & Engineering Standards and the Operation & Procedures Manual. To perform all duties with minimum disruption to services and staff. Ensure all documentation is promptly completed and returned. Carry out Planned Maintenance, Condition and Defect work in compliance with instructions. To requisition parts and materials as required, and be available to respond to urgent work requests for assistance by carrying a Waitaha Canterbury mobile phone (or pager at our discretion)

Report to the Maintenance Manager any plant or equipment which appears to be faulty or requires maintenance.

The salary for this position is $75,499- $86,623

You will be responsible for:

• Maintain and repair steam, water, condensate, compressed air, medical gas and other reticulated systems
• Regular inspections of the operating systems and services
• Welding and general fabrication
• Maintenance, repairs, and the operation of Boilers and heating plant
• Maintenance and repairs of general Hospital equipment
• Being part of the ‘on-call’ roster

About you

Your skills will include:

• Shall be a Licensed Electrician with The Electrical Workers Registration Board of New Zealand (www.ewrb.govt.nz)
• Previous experience working in accordance with building statutory requirements
• Responsive to change
• Can work closely with a variety of different professionals within Waitaha Canterbury
• Be able to project a credible and dependable image
• Have excellent communication skills
• Time management skills, especially ability to set and follow appropriate priorities.
• Knowledge and understanding of trades roles and impact upon patient services.
• Knowledge and understanding of the impact of building and fittings upon patient services.
•  Ability to identify maintenance requirements through casual observation.
• Ability to follow administrative procedures.
• Suitable training will be provided to individuals to gain specific site knowledge.
• Must have a valid driver’s licence. 

Desired:

• Advanced Trade Certificate desirable.
• Experience providing services to a 24-hour operating environment preferable.

Personal attributes / Key Behaviours

• Ability to “work together” in a truthful and helpful manner.
• Ability to “work smarter” by being innovative and proactive.
• Accepts responsibility for actions.
• Cost consciousness.
• Customer focus
• Ability to present positive image of trades staff.
• Willing and able to work sensitively in all areas of the hospital environment.
• Desire and ability to work with others to achieve individual, site maintenance and organisational objectives.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and increase professional and personal knowledge.
• Must be physically fit.
• Good written and oral skills (needed to complete necessary paperwork related to all jobs.)
• Must be self-motivated and versatile.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Health NZ Waitaha Canterbury Maintenance and Engineering Department looks after the maintenance of all buildings, grounds, services and non-clinical equipment in Christchurch and the surrounding area.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at Kerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.