Remuneration
$35.39 - $36.96 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Employment Type
Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time until February 2027
Position Classification
Sterilisation Technician Grade 2
Hours Per Week
38
Location
John Hunter Hospital
Requisition ID
REQ666264
Applications Close
Sunday 14th June 2026
Targeted Applicants
While this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti‐Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable applicants to promote equal or improved access. Applicants must demonstrate their status and address the selection criterion.
About The Role
As a Sterilisation Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and effective reprocessing of medical and surgical equipment used across a wide range of specialties.
Responsibilities
* Reprocess medical and surgical instruments in line with statutory requirements and departmental policies.
* Support specialties including Orthopaedics, Trauma, and Neurosurgery.
* Use instrument tracking systems to ensure accuracy and traceability.
* Provide reprocessing services to internal departments and external customers.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support theatre and ward workflows.
Work Environment
You will be based within the Central Sterilising Department (CSD) at John Hunter Hospital, located on Level 1. The department operates 24 hours a day Monday to Friday, and 7:00am to 11:00pm on weekends and public holidays, delivering critical reprocessing services to John Hunter Hospital, Belmont Hospital, and Calvary Mater Hospital. CSD supports 15 operating suites and numerous clinics, wards, and external customers. The service is fast‐paced, essential to patient safety, and highly valued across the district. The department will relocate to the new Acute Services Building in 2026, offering a modern, purpose‐built workspace. Team culture is supportive, collaborative, and safety‐focused with an emphasis on teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.
Why Join Us
You will receive comprehensive orientation and training coordinated by the Quality Education Coordinator, with ongoing support from supervisors and team leaders. The department promotes a supportive and connected workplace through structured onboarding, continued skill development, and daily guidance from experienced colleagues. Regular communication and engagement, including daily team huddles and monthly afternoon teas, strengthen the team culture.
Benefits
* Supportive and collaborative team environment.
* Ongoing professional development opportunities across the NSW Health network.
* Career progression opportunities within NSW Health.
* Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees.
* Salary packaging options.
* Fitness passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing.
Requirements
* Certificate II or III in Sterilisation Technology (Health Service Assistance) or equivalent qualification.
* Relevant experience in a sterilisation services department within a healthcare facility.
* Strong understanding of sterilising processes and instrument tracking systems.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
Additional Qualifications
Additional skills and service‐specific knowledge will be supported through training and on‐the‐job learning.
Eligibility and Diversity
Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents of Australia, New Zealand citizens with a current New Zealand passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
EEO Statement
We are an inclusive employer dedicated to diversifying our workforce. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know.
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