Taumarunui Facilities Assistant

• Taumarunui Hospital
• Permanent, Full Time
• Building & Property Facilities

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

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified tradesperson to provide day to day reactive and planned maintenance for your specialty and all other general maintenance requests, whilst ensuring the timely and cost effective completion for Taumarunui Hospital. This "hands on" role supports the Waikato Rural Operations Manager in ensuring that the district has a reliable client friendly service to all of its sites.

You will have the knowledge and ability to obtain quotes for work and liaise with contractors as required. You will also work with the Taumarunui Facilities Supervisor and Waikato District Property & Infrastructure Team, supporting the the Taumarunui clinical staff, patients, and site visitors by ensuring that all active site facilities are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose.

This is a permanent, full-time position, working 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE), Monday-Friday, with a requirement to participate in the after-hours on call roster.

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About the Team

The Taumarunui Facilities Team is a small but committed to a service that provides various maintenance services to Taumarunui Hospital, with some periodic on call cover to other sites. Supported by a team based across the Waikato district, our service trades include, Engineers, Electricians and Carpentry along with Administration support.

About Taumarunui

Located in the heart of the North Island, Taumarunui is the perfect base for those who love the outdoors. Positioned along the Adventure Highway, the town offers access to some of New Zealand's most breathtaking landscapes, including views of Mt. Ruapehu and the peaceful Wanganui River. Taumarunui is the gateway to Whanganui National Park, Tongariro National Park, and the Pureora Timber Trail, providing endless opportunities for outdoor adventures like canoeing, jetboating, fishing, mountain biking, and scenic walks. With its blend of natural beauty and adventure, Taumarunui is the ideal location for those looking to build their career while embracing a vibrant, outdoor lifestyle.

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About you

To be successful in this role we are looking for someone with:

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications and/or time served in a relevant building related trade e.g. carpentry, electrical, mechanical, plumbing etc.
• Have a clean NZ driver's licence.
• NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Desired

• Familiarity with all trades utilised in a hospital advantage would be an advantage.

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 31 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rachael Devey at Rachael.Devey@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.