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About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aims to create a healthcare system that serves all New Zealanders. Our focus is on delivering excellent healthcare, and we believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. About the Role We are seeking a Trades Assistant to join our Maintenance Engineering Team on the West Coast. This full-time, permanent position involves working 40 hours per week. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that our facilities operate safely, smoothly, and efficiently. Your contributions will help maintain essential services across our district, keeping our buildings and systems fit for purpose for patients, staff, and visitors. As a Trades Assistant, you will support our technical staff and contribute to the overall performance, safety, and reliability of our health facilities. You will assist with maintenance, repairs, inspections, and upgrades across a variety of building services and essential plant systems. This position is well-suited for someone who is proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn in a busy 24/7 healthcare environment. Key Responsibilities Team, Culture, Communication - Support a collaborative and engaged Maintenance Engineering team. - Understand and contribute to the district's goals, priorities, and service direction. - Promote a strong, positive, and safety-first work culture. - Maintain clear communication with colleagues, managers, and broader health services. Maintenance and Repairs - Assist with the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems across Health New Zealand sites. - Support building services, including HVAC, water systems, compressed air, medical gases, and reticulated systems. - Perform maintenance on building structures, fabric, and finishes as needed. - Ensure facilities are well-maintained and functioning at a high standard. - Provide backup for grounds maintenance tasks, including lawn care and spraying. Inspections and Planned Work - Conduct routine inspections, cleaning, and monitoring of plant rooms and systems. - Assist with the installation, upgrades, and replacement of building services and equipment. - Follow Maintenance Engineering Standards and Operational Procedures. - Carry out planned, condition, and defect maintenance tasks. Safety Compliance - Adhere to Health and Safety policies at all times. - Use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly and promote safe working practices. - Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. - Requisition parts and materials as necessary. - Participate in emergency response and on-call roster. About You Skills and Attributes - Physically fit and capable of handling the day-to-day physical demands of the role. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Self-aware, adaptable, and solution-focused. - Ability to build strong working relationships across teams. - Good time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks. - Basic to intermediate computer skills. - Positive attitude toward learning, change, and improvement. Essential Requirements - Experience working in a building services environment or building maintenance. - Understanding of building statutory requirements and safe work practices. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse range of professionals. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to identify maintenance issues through observation. - Awareness of how maintenance work impacts patient services. - Experience supporting a 24/7 operating environment. - Flexibility and willingness to adapt quickly to changing tasks. Working at Health New Zealand We strive to provide excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. Our workforce is diverse and inclusive, allowing us to better understand and serve our community. We encourage applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please reach out to Kerri McCarthy at Kerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.