- Ongoing, part-time (0.5FTE) role - Grade 1 - 4
- Parkville location, with multiple public transport options available
- $57,002 – $73,502 (pro-rata for part-time), + Salary packaging + Super + 5 weeks annual leave
Ideal for nursing students, dental nurses, health science students, recent school leavers and anyone looking to start a career in healthcare.
The Royal Women’s Hospital is one of Australia’s oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals, dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns. We provide specialised maternity, neonatal and women’s health services and strive to be the best place to work, learn and contribute, while delivering exceptional experiences for our patients and consumers.
About the team
The Sterile Processing Services (SPS) department provides comprehensive decontamination, sterilisation and reprocessing services for reusable medical and surgical equipment used throughout the hospital and by external customers.
Working closely with nursing, medical and perioperative teams, our staff play an essential role in ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care across the hospital.
About the role
As an Instrument Technician, you will collaborate with managers, clinical teams and colleagues to support the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. Working within the Sterile Processing Services department, you will join a supportive, collaborative and team-focused environment where learning and professional development are encouraged.
A typical shift may include:
- Ensuring strict adherence to sterilisation practices and infection prevention standards.
- Cleaning, washing, packing, wrapping and sterilising instruments, equipment and consumables used across operating theatres, Day Procedure Centre, wards and outpatient clinics.
- Monitoring sterilisation processes and maintaining accurate documentation to ensure equipment is safe, compliant and ready for clinical use.
- Working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to support the delivery of patient care.
Grade information:
Grade 1 – Entry Level
This role is ideal for nursing students, dental nurses, health science students, recent school leavers or anyone seeking to begin a career in healthcare.
No previous experience or formal qualifications are required. Full training will be provided, and successful applicants will be supported to undertake further training, including a Certificate III in Sterilisation Services.
Grade 2 – Qualified Instrument Technician
Suitable for candidates who have:
- Completed a Certificate III in Sterilisation Services.
- A minimum of 12 months' practical workplace experience as an Instrument Technician.
- Demonstrated knowledge of surgical instrumentation and instrument set assembly.
- Experience working within sterile processing, theatre services or a comparable healthcare environment.
Please note that student placement experience alone will not be considered sufficient.
Grade 3 – Experienced Instrument Technician
Suitable for candidates who have:
- A Certificate III in Sterilisation Services (or an equivalent qualification recognised by the employer).
- Four or more years' experience as an Instrument Technician.
- Advanced knowledge of instrumentation, tray assembly and sterile processing workflows.
- The ability to support, mentor and guide junior technicians.
Grade 3 technicians undertake more complex duties and are expected to work competently across all areas of the department while contributing to a collaborative and supportive team culture.
Grade 4 – Senior Technician
Suitable for candidates who have:
- Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services (HLT47015) or an equivalent qualification recognised by the employer.
- Four or more years’ senior sterile processing experience.
- Expert-level knowledge of surgical instrumentation, infection prevention and quality systems.
- Experience mentoring staff and contributing to service improvement initiatives.
Grade 4 technicians provide leadership, mentoring and advanced technical expertise while supporting continuous improvement across the service.
About you
We are looking for people who are:
- Reliable, punctual and accountable.
- Detail-oriented and committed to high-quality patient care.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communicators with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Passionate about infection prevention and continuous improvement.
- Keen to learn and develop within a specialist healthcare environment.
Our benefits
At the Women’s, you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning. We offer a range of rewarding benefits, including:
- Salary packaging benefits for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation.
- Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives and employee support programs.
- Public transport options and end-of-trip facilities.
- Onsite childcare and breastfeeding facilities.
- Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities.
- Flexible work arrangements and additional leave options where applicable.
Inclusion and belonging
The Women’s celebrates and values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects our community. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Join us
If you feel this role is right for you, we warmly invite you to apply and encourage your early application.
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and a valid Working with Children Check. Clinical staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, COVID-19, influenza and a range of other diseases.
Should you need assistance or require adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process, or if you require an accessible copy of the position description, please contact:
Vivien Wight
03 8345 3396
[email protected]
Samantha Johnson
03 8345 3396
[email protected]
Application closing date: 17 September 2026
