Operations Assistant - Liverpool Operating Theatres - Perm/Temp FT/PT
Requisition ID: REQ681336
Employment Type: Permanent or Temporary Full Time or Part Time, minimum 16 hours per week up to 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $33.83 - $34.72 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 16/08/26
Contact: Vijay Krishnan - Nurse Unit Manger on Vijay.Krishnan1@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
The role of an Operations Assistant is unique compared to other roles due to its combination of hand-on support, logistical coordination, and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare setting. Oas have multifaceted responsibilities such as juggling various tasks, including patient transport, equipment setup, and stock management. Operations Assistants work closely with nurses and surgeons and allied health professionals. The role requires physical stamina for tasks like moving equipment and patients, as well as mental agility to respond to urgent and unexpected demands. Employee to be available to work on a 7-day rotating roster, including on-call shifts and public holidays. Some key responsibilities include:
- Ensure safe patient transport and support clinical staff with deceased patient preparation and transfer to the morgue, maintaining effective communication and coordination throughout.
- Maintain operating theatre readiness through equipment setup, cleaning and maintenance of theatres, beds and trolleys, waste removal, and terminal cleaning procedures.
- Adhere to organisational policies and procedures while demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Are You the Right Fit?
We’re looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and thrives in a team environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing priorities
- Collaborative mindset to work effectively with clinical staff.
- Physical stamina for hands-on tasks
- Ability to work a 7 day rotating roster
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Describe your experience working in a healthcare or similar environment. How have you contributed to maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient workplace while supporting the needs of patients and the clinical team?
- This role requires working closely with nurses, surgeons, anaesthetists and other multidisciplinary team members in a busy operating theatre environment. Can you provide an example of how you have worked effectively as part of a team to achieve a positive outcome?
- This position involves physically demanding tasks, including patient transport, manual handling, equipment setup, and responding to changing priorities. Describe a situation where you had to manage multiple tasks while maintaining patient safety and quality of service.
Are you aware of and acknowledge that this position requires the ability to work a 7-day rotating roster, covering mornings/afternoons/nights, weekends and Public Holidays?
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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