Trades Assistant

About the role

The Trades Assistant supports the trade staff in maintaining the facilities, plant, grounds and installations at Mercy Hospital. This permanent, full‑time position ensures preventive, reactive and planned maintenance are carried out efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance of plant, technical equipment and building appearance across the Mercy campus.
• Support grounds upkeep and landscaping tasks.
• Help ensure an adequate supply of spare parts and materials.
• Carry out assigned building‑maintenance tasks safely and on schedule.

Required profile

• Physically fit and able to lift at least 20 kg.
• Full NZ driver’s licence and ability to drive a manual vehicle.
• Willingness to provide vaccination history for employment at Mercy Hospital.

Required skills

• General maintenance skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Basic grounds maintenance knowledge.

What we offer

• Free onsite parking.
• Subsidised staff meals, gym membership and health insurance.
• Christmas and New Year’s holidays.
• Access to training and professional development.
• Discounted hospital fees for employee and immediate family.