Employment Type - Permanent Part Time; Permanent Full Time; Temporary Full Time; Temporary Part Time
Job Category - Other Professionals - Sterilisation Unit
Req Id - 7636
* This is your chance to enhance your career with Victoria's largest regional Health Service
* Multiple roles available | permanent or temporary | full time or part-time | various grades available
* Ongoing training and professional development | supported work environment
* 5 weeks leave (pro-rata) and generous salary packaging
About the role
Barwon Health is seeking motivated Instrument Technicians for permanent or temporary roles within the Central Sterilising Unit (CSU) and Satellite Reprocessing Unit (SRU). Join a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care.
In this role, you will be responsible for the cleaning, disinfection, packaging, and sterilising of reusable medical and surgical equipment, ensuring compliance with Barwon Health policies and procedures as well as Australian Standard AS 5369:2023. You will work with a team of like-minded professionals, focusing on safe, efficient processes to achieve the best outcomes for patients and customers.
Key responsibilities
* Reprocess reusable medical and surgical equipment including cleaning, disinfection, packaging and sterilisation in accordance with Barwon Health policies and Australian Standard AS 5369:2023.
* Ensure safe handling, storage and distribution of sterile and contaminated items while maintaining strict infection prevention and control standards.
* Monitor, document and maintain accurate records of all reprocessing activities to meet organisational, legal and quality standards.
* Identify and report equipment faults or process issues to ensure safe and efficient operations within the CSU/SRU units.
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a positive team culture and providing professional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
* Support workplace safety, quality improvement and professional development, including compliance with WHS requirements, policies, and mandatory training.
What we're looking for
* Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services (Grade 4) or Certificate III in Sterilisation Services (Grade 3).
* Minimum 3 years' full-time equivalent experience as an Instrument Technician (Grade 4) or 1 year post-qualification experience (Grade 3).
* Demonstrated experience in the disinfection and sterilisation of medical equipment and instruments.
* Ability to work flexible rostered shifts and additional hours to meet departmental needs.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively within a team.
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow strict procedures and quality standards.
* Ability to work across a variety of shifts and weekends
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
* Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
* A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
* Extensive professional development opportunities
* Attractive salary packaging benefits
* Living expenses capped at $9,010
* Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards
Additional information
All appointments are subject to:
* Satisfactory Police Record Check
* Immunisation Status Clearance
* Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Contact person: Josh GriffithsEmail: ***************@barwonhealth.org.auPhone: (03) 42152***
Application closing date: 30 March, 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.