Electrician - Tweed

Electrician - Tweed


Company
Northern NSW Local Health District
Location
Cudgen, New South Wales, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
Discover the balance. Enjoy more flexibility, diverse career pathways, the opportunity to learn and grow, salary packaging + more.Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Electrical Tradesperson Lvl 1 to Lvl 4Remuneration: $67,978 - $78,175.00 per annumHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ653186About The RoleTweed Valley Hospital is seeking an Electrical Tradesperson to undertake in a safe and professional manner, all electrical works. This includes maintenance and installation works throughout hospital facilities across multiple sites within the Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD).About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.You care. We care. Learn more about NNSWLHD here.Relocating to the region?The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.Learn more at: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperienceJoin Our Team And You’ll EnjoySalary packaging and novated leasing – increase your take-home payFitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeingGrowth – access to professional and personal developmentTeam culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environmentOpportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforceNeed more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Marc Van Zetten on [email protected] the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.Applications Close: 28 April 2026NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see www.homeaffairs.gov.au.This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, temporary and casual positions.Follow us on: LinkedIn and Facebook#corporateservices #corporateandsupportservices

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Q What is the minimum hourly rate for qualified plumbers under the award in Australia in 2026?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, under the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Industry Award 2020, qualified plumbers at Classification Level 3 receive a minimum of AU$29.12 per hour as of 1 July 2026. First-year apprentices are paid AU$13.50 per hour, increasing to AU$25.60 in the fourth year. Overtime rates start at AU$43.68 per hour.
Q What is the typical annual salary range for full-time plumbers in Australia in 2026?
As per Jobs and Skills Australia, full-time plumbers earn between AU$75,000 and AU$115,000 annually in 2026, with a median of AU$92,000. Bottom 10% earn AU$65,000 and top 10% AU$130,000. These figures include overtime common in the trade.
Q What visa is available for overseas plumbers to work in Australia in 2026?
As per the Department of Home Affairs, the Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) covers plumbers on the Core Skills Occupation List, requiring a skills assessment from Trades Recognition Australia and 2 years full-time experience. Visa granted for up to 4 years with pathway to permanent residency after 2 years. Processing fee AU$3,035 for main applicant.
Q What qualifications and experience are required to start as a plumber in Australia?
As per training.gov.au, a Certificate III in Plumbing (CPC32420) via a 4-year apprenticeship combining 1,000 hours off-job training is mandatory. No prior experience needed for apprenticeships starting at age 16 with Year 10 completion. Overseas qualifications require Offshore Technical Skills Record from TRA.
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