Job Description
Senior Biomedical Engineer
- Classification: Biomedical Engineer Class 3
- Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time (80 hours per fortnight) with a monthly ADO
- Location: Warrnambool Campus
- Salary Range: $93,891 - $100,322.56 per annum, plus superannuation
Are you a skilled biomedical engineer seeking a meaningful role where your expertise directly supports life-saving healthcare?
South West Healthcare (SWH) is looking for a Senior Biomedical Engineer to join our dedicated team and play a key role in maintaining and advancing the performance and safety of medical equipment across our hospital and regional services.
This is more than just a technical role, it's an opportunity to make a real difference in community healthcare while contributing to exciting, large-scale initiatives, including:
- The $384 million Warrnambool Base Hospital re-development
- Implementation of a new medical device asset management system
- A major Electronic Health Record (EHR) upgrade
- Oversight of the new South West Local Health Service Network.
About the Role
As a Senior Biomedical Engineer, you will be based in coastal Warrnambool, combining a fulfilling career with the lifestyle benefits of South West Victoria.
You will be a valued member of the Biomedical Engineering Services team, ensuring the safe, effective, and compliant operation of critical medical technology.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain, calibrate, and repair a wide range of medical equipment, from general to high-acuity devices
- Provide expert advice on the selection, procurement, installation, and use of medical technologies
- Lead and support key projects, including redevelopment and asset management initiatives
- Conduct risk assessments, equipment evaluations, and ensure compliance with relevant standards
- Educate and support clinical and technical staff in the safe use of medical equipment
This role is central to delivering safe, high-quality healthcare to patients across our region.
What You'll Bring
- A degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field
- 5+ years' experience in a biomedical or clinical engineering setting
- Technical training from leading manufacturers (e.g. GE, Philips, Draeger)
- Robust analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in IT systems, including Windows and Microsoft Office
- Working knowledge of standards such as AS/NZS 3551, IEC 60601, and ISO 14791
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A current Australian Driver's Licence
Desirable:
- Experience with asset management or maintenance systems
- Supervisory or mentoring experience
- Familiarity with public health procurement and Victorian health regulations
- Understanding of medical device integration with EHR systems
What we offer
You will enjoy benefits such as:
- Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
- Internal and external professional development opportunities
- A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
- Excellent terms and conditions of employment
Required Skill Profession
Engineers
📌 Senior Biomedical Engineer
🏢 South West Healthcare
📍 Warrnambool