Hospital Assistant

About this role

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Position Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 2 Remuneration: $30.22 per hour (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more Hours Per Week: 20 Applications Close: 4 August 2026 – 11:59pm Hospital Assistant - Cleaning Orange Health Service About the role Our goal is to support healthier people and strong communities. Everyone plays a part — and our Hospital Assistants are a valued part of the team. As a Hospital Assistant, you will help keep our health service clean, safe and running well. Your work supports both patients and staff every day. In this role, you will clean patient areas and shared spaces, follow instructions and work as part of a team. You may also help move equipment such as beds and wheelchairs. We are looking for someone who is reliable, on time and ready to work. You will need to be physically fit, have a caring attitude and communicate clearly. You should be able to stay calm in busy or urgent situations and work well with others. You will require a NSW Working with Children check or willingness to obtain. Have the ability & willingness to work shifts, participate in a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays. You will be supported by your team, and your work will be valued by both staff and the local community. This position is managed by Downer on a day-to-day basis. The successful applicants will be physically based at Orange Health Service, a part of the Western NSW Local Health District. Western NSW Local Health District is committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website. Helping you Move to Western NSW The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience To apply for this role: · Click ‘Apply’ · Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login · Upload your current resume · Answer the selection criteria Role-related enquiries: Please contact Sandy Felstead on (02) 6369 7259 or at sandy.felstead@downergroup.com for more information. Additional information for applicants: · All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons. · Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey. · Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian · Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community. · To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards · For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD