Biomedical Engineer

NSW Ambulance; Sydney; On-site; AUD 111,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Ambulance seeks a Biomedical Engineer Grade 2 to install, test and maintain critical medical equipment across services. You will perform acceptance testing, preventative maintenance, create testing specs and repair devices to ensure patient safety.

The role involves calibrating devices, validating safety standards, evaluating new technology, and training paramedics on equipment such as vital signs monitors and defibrillators.

Qualifications

• A biomedical engineering degree recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Strong communication skills to advise clinical and technical teams.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Experience testing, repairing, and managing medical equipment.
• Experience with equipment databases and mobile tech deployment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and networking.

Responsibilities

• Install and carry out acceptance testing of biomedical equipment and support systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and write testing specifications.
• Repair defective equipment and calibrate devices to standards.
• Inspect, test and ensure safety testing compliance of medical devices.
• Assist in evaluating new technology and training paramedics on equipment.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Medical equipment testing/maintenance

Database management

Mobile devices & network familiarity

Microsoft Office & networking

Education

Biomedical engineering degree

Job description

Join a specialist engineering team making a real impact on patient care and
Use your engineering expertise to support critical medical equipment and technology across NSW Ambulance services.

Employment Type

Permanent Full-time

Salary Range

$111,203.00 - $121,580.00 per annum (Biomedical Engineer Gde 2)

Location

6 Herb Elliott Ave, Sydney Olympic Park

Closing Date

11:59 PM, Sunday, 8 November 2026

About the opportunity

The role of Biomedical Engineer installs and carry out acceptance testing of biomedical equipment and support systems and conduct preventative maintenance, write testing specifications and repair defected equipment. It also includes inspecting, testing and calibrating medical devices and technology and conducting safety testing standards compliance.
Support and trial the assessment of technology for the purchase of new equipment and training and education of paramedics using medical equipment including work on the latest in medical technology such as vital signs monitoring devices and defibrillators.

About you

To be successful, you will bring:

• A degree in biomedical engineering from a tertiary institution recognised by and acceptable for membership of Engineers Australia.
• Proven verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide clear technical advice and work effectively with clinical and technical teams.
• An ability to work independently as well as a member of a team and to prioritise work to meet deadlines is essential.
• Demonstrated experience in the testing, repairing, and management of medical equipment including knowledge of relevant Australian standards.
• Well-developed conceptual and analytical problem-solving skills and experience and a demonstrated ability to solve challenging and sometimes complex medical equipment problems and implement appropriate systems solutions.
• Experience in maintaining an equipment database and an understanding of the deployment and support of mobile applications and mobile telephony systems and the integrated use of mobile systems with medical technology.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and excellent computer networking skills

Additional Information

• To be eligible for appointment to this position, applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
• Eligibility lists and talent pools may be created and used to fill ongoing and temporary vacancies over the next 18 months at the same, or other locations, that are at the same grade and capability level.
• Applicants are expected to provide responses that reflect their own knowledge, experience, and understanding of the role.
• Any AI assisted content should still reflect your own capability; candidates may be asked to discuss or demonstrate examples during interview.
• If you are currently a Paramedic or in a role that is covered by the NSW Ambulance Death and Income Protection Benefits (State) Award 2022, please ensure that you have sought advice prior to accepting this position. For further information please contact Paramedic Insurance via***************@health.nsw.gov.au

Our Commitment

• NSW Ambulance is committed to achieving a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All are welcome to apply, including women, Aboriginal People, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, refugees, people of diverse genders and sexuality, and people living with a disability. We value the knowledge, skills, experiences, and perspectives that all people bring to our organisation, patients, communities, and workforce.
• If you are an Aboriginal job applicant and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with NSW Ambulance, please contact our Aboriginal Workforce Engagement Coordinator via ***************@health.nsw.gov.au or visit Stepping Up. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health - visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
• If you wish to discuss any changes to the process, you may need to present your best self, including accessibility requirements; please contact the panel convenor or recruitment team for support at NSW Ambulance Corporate Recruitment Team via ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

Additionally, you can contact the NSW Ambulance Diversity & Inclusion Team at***************@health.nsw.gov.au

Child Safe Employment

NSW Ambulance 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.