Join a growing, high-performing team keeping vital surgical equipment safe, sterile and ready for action.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Sterilisation Tech Grade 2
Remuneration: $72,968.60 - $76,206.80 per annum + super + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country
Requisition ID: REQ684292
Applications Close: Sunday, 30th August 2026
Whilst 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 Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
Where you'll be working:
The Central Sterilising Department (CSD) at John Hunter Hospital relocated to its new purpose-built department on Level 2, North Block, in July 2026. The department has been designed and constructed in accordance with National Standards, providing a modern, efficient environment to support the delivery of high-quality sterilising services.
In addition to servicing John Hunter Hospital, the department provides staff and consumables to the Belmont and Calvary Mater Central Sterilising Departments.
The department currently employs approximately 50 staff, including Sterilising Technicians, a Loan Set Coordinator, an Equipment and Repairs Officer, Day and Afternoon Shift Supervisors, and an Educator/Quality Manager, all of whom report to the CSD Manager.
The service currently operates 24 hours per day, Monday to Friday, and 16 hours per day on weekends and public holidays. The operating hours are planned to increase to a full 24 hours a day, 7 days a week later in the year, when the Theatre Endoscopy Service Transfers to CSD.
The CSD provides essential sterilising services to 15 operating theatres, with planned expansion to support 22 theatres, in addition to servicing approximately 90 internal and external customers. The department operates in a high-volume, fast-paced environment where efficient workflow, quality assurance, and timely service delivery are critical to supporting patient care.
About the role:
As a Sterilisation Technician, you will reprocess a variety of medical and surgical equipment for specialties including Orthopaedics, Trauma, and Neuro, adhering to statutory requirements and departmental policies. Your expertise will also support our external customer services. You will report to the CSD Manager, Education and Quality Manager and Shift Supervisor/Team leaders.
The department holds a team afternoon tea once a month, workload permitting, to promote team engagement and wellbeing.
Study leave is available to support attendance at approved workshops, conferences, and other professional development activities relevant to the role.
About you:
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Holds a Sterilising Certificate or working towards
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Has a strong understanding of the sterilising process and the instrument tracking system
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Has excellent communication skills
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Has a commitment to patient care
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
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Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
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4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
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Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
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Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
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Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional information:
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An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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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.
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We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Megan Ransom on
[email protected]
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
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
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.
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 [email protected] for confidential support.
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