Full Time, Part Time and Casual opportunities available
Part Time applicants must be available to work a minimum of 0.6 FTE
Fitzroy location – close to the CBD and public transport
Excellent employee benefits including salary packaging
Join a highly skilled and supportive Sterile Processing Centre team
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for Instrument Technicians to join the Sterile Processing Centre (SPC) at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne.As an Instrument Technician, you will play an important role in ensuring the safe, effective and efficient reprocessing of reusable medical devices (RMDs) in accordance with Sterile Processing Centre policies and relevant State and National Standards.Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will rotate across all areas of the Sterile Processing Centre, including supporting the Endoscopy Suite. Your responsibilities will include:
Decontamination and high-level disinfection of reusable medical devices
Reprocessing of endoscopy equipment
Checking reusable medical devices and assembling instrument trays
Packaging and preparation of sterile barrier systems
Sterilisation and sterile storage
Checking, testing and maintaining equipment and resources
Maintaining accurate documentation in line with operational requirements
Identifying, troubleshooting and reporting equipment or process variances
The Sterile Processing Centre operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and successful applicants will be required to participate in a roster covering a range of shifts.
Classification: Instrument Technician IN1–IN4 ($57,002.40–$73,502.00 per annum, pro rata for part time).
Casual workers will also receive a casual loading fee of 25%.
About You
We are looking for motivated and reliable Instrument Technicians who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
You will bring:
Completion of, or current enrolment in, a Certificate III or IV in Health – Sterilisation Services
The ability to read, understand and interpret reprocessing procedures and guidelines
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet operational requirements
Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with hospital staff, customers and external suppliers
An understanding of relevant policies and procedures within a sterile processing environment
A current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain one
What We Offer
Working at St Vincent’s means joining a values-driven organisation that supports the wellbeing, development and success of our people. Benefits include:
Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
Access to Fitness Passport
Employee wellbeing initiatives and programs
Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
A supportive environment that encourages work/life balance
Employee discounts and promotions through the St Vincent’s Foundation
Convenient Fitzroy location close to public transport, cafés and the Melbourne CBD
A culture of continuous learning and improvement
About the Sterile Processing Centre
The Sterile Processing Centre is responsible for the reprocessing of reusable medical devices in accordance with AS/NZS 4187, AS 5369 and other relevant local, State and National guidelines and policies. As part of St Vincent’s Perioperative Services, the Sterile Processing Centre provides a critical service supporting the operation of St Vincent’s operating theatres and Endoscopy Suite. The department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, with staff rostered across all shifts.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service providing a diverse range of adult clinical services. Our work is guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please submit:
A current resume which outlines which position you are applying for (FT, PT or casual).
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the position
Please note that applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. Shortlisting will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly, as the advertisement may close early if suitable applicants are identified.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is fundamental to our mission, and we value the diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Please visit our website for further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at St Vincent’s.
St Vincent’s Health Australia has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations, including annual influenza vaccination.
For further information about this position, please contact:
Khrishna Poulton [email protected]
Samantha Ellis [email protected]
25 September 2026 11:59pm
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]
