Sterilisation Technician
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- Hunter New England Local Health District
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- REQ658276 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time until May 2027 and casual opportunities available
Position Classification: Sterilisation Tech Grade 1
Remuneration: $32.46 - $34.59 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ658276
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Closing Date: Thursday 04 June 2026
Join the Sterilising Services Department (CSSD) at Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital and become part of a dedicated team delivering essential services that support patients across the New England region.
About the Team
The Sterilising Services Department (CSSD) at Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital plays a critical role in supporting safe, high-quality patient care across the facility. The department is responsible for the reprocessing, sterilisation and distribution of surgical instruments and reusable medical equipment to operating theatres, inpatient wards and clinical services.
You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team that works closely with perioperative services and clinical teams to ensure timely and efficient service delivery in a fast-paced healthcare environment where teamwork, accuracy and infection prevention are essential.
Located in the vibrant regional city of Tamworth, the hospital offers the benefits of a regional lifestyle combined with modern healthcare facilities, strong team culture and opportunities for professional development.
About the Role
As a Sterilisation Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting safe patient care by ensuring surgical instruments and reusable medical equipment are cleaned, disinfected, sterilised and distributed in line with Australian Standards and infection prevention requirements.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Reprocessing Operating Suite instrumentation
- Operating and monitoring sterilisation equipment
- Maintaining sterile stock levels across the hospital
- Ensuring compliance with infection prevention and control standards
- Assisting with quality assurance and documentation processes
- Identifying and escalating equipment faults or process issues
- Working collaboratively with perioperative services, wards and clinical teams to meet patient care needs
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a structured, team-focused environment and takes pride in accuracy and attention to detail.
About You
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be reliable, organised and detail-focused
- Have strong communication and teamwork skills
- Be able to follow strict procedures and infection control standards
- Work effectively both independently and collaboratively
- Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safe, high-quality patient care
- Understanding of infection prevention and control standards, including Australian Standard 5369:2023
- Demonstrated understanding of Work Health & Safety requirements in a healthcare environment
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including manual handling and use of PPE/respiratory equipment as required
- Commitment to NSW Health policies, Code of Conduct and CORE Values
Previous experience in a Sterilising Services Department (CSSD) or healthcare environment is highly regarded but not essential.
Essential Requirements
Currently undertaking Certificate III in Sterilisation Services (HLT37015-01) or willingness to obtain within 12 months of appointment
Support and Development
You will be supported by experienced staff and hands-on leadership within a welcoming and collaborative team environment. Training and professional development opportunities are available, including support to obtain Certificate III in Sterilisation Services.
Why join Hunter New England Health?
- Be part of one of the largest and most diverse Local Health Districts in NSW
- Influence digital solutions that directly support patient care and clinical outcomes
- Salary packaging options
- Work collaboratively with passionate clinicians and digital health professionals
- Enjoy career development opportunities within NSW Health
- Make a real difference across a large, complex health service
- Fitness Passport for you and your family
What you'll be doing
Provide optimum sterilising services as required, with a commitment to adherence of infection control measures as stated in Australian Standard 4187, and the CSSD Procedure Manual under the supervision of the CSSD Supervisor
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact John McDougall on Ian.McDougall@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact hnelhd-diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary, full time and part time vacancies.
Job share / part time arrangements will be considered.
Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants.
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