CSSD Technician

Mater Health Services; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Professional development

Salary packaging

Health and wellbeing support

Fitness Passport

Discounted parking

Supportive culture

Job summary

Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast is seeking a casual Instrument Technician to support the Central Sterilisation Services Department. The role is based on the Gold Coast Campus within a modern 339-bed facility, offering a wide range of specialties and a commitment to compassionate care.

You will contribute to safe sterilisation processes and participate in quality improvement initiatives. You will help maintain stock, report equipment issues, and support a multidisciplinary team, including

Qualifications

• Must hold or be enrolled in a Certificate III in Sterilisation Services.
• Experience in Sterile Services in a hospital or large organisation is desirable.
• Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with strong attention to safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide sterilising service by cleaning and preparing surgical instruments for sterilisation.
• Maintain stock levels of sterile items and manage equipment and wastage.
• Support learning and provide mentoring to peers and less experienced staff.
• Collaborate with Unit Manager and clinical team, participating in meetings and ensuring timeliness.

Skills

Sterilisation proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Certificate III in Sterilisation Services

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

Job no: 506706
Work type: Casual
Location: Gold Coast
Categories: AIN - Assistant in Nursing

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast is seeking a Instrument Technician to work within our Central Sterlisiation Services Department team. This position will be employed on a casual basis. Mater has finalised the strategic acquisition of Healthscope's Gold Coast Private Hospital, this is a significant milestone in Mater's commitment to delivering exceptional and compassionate care to Queensland communities.

Based at our Gold Coast Campus, this role will be part of our state-of-the-­art 339 bed facility located in Southport. This facility was established in 2016 and offers a wide range of specialities across Emergency, Medical Services, Orthopaedics, Bariatrics, Neurosurgery, Plastics, ENT, General Surgery, Obstetrics, Cardiac Care and Oncology.

You will support the theatre and CSSD team in activities that ensure the provision of a safe and efficient sterilising service. You will also participate in hospital quality management systems in the unit to ensure a continuous improvement focus. Your enthusiasm and skills will see you seamlessly integrate into this outstanding team, assisting to provide an exceptional level of care and to hit-the-ground-running.

• Provide an exceptional sterilising service by effectively cleaning and preparing surgical instruments for sterilisation appropriately
• Manage resources effectively by ensuring stock levels of sterile items are well maintained and delivered, used equipment is collected, wastage is minimised, and by reporting any malfunctioning machinery and equipment
• Foster a learning environment by maintaining own professional learning and continuous professional development and providing teaching to peers and less experience staff
• Act as a valued member of the inter-disciplinary team, working with the Unit Manager and clinical team, participating in meetings, and demonstrating attention to detail and time management

About you

• Must hold / or be enrolled in a Certificate III in Sterilisation Services (mandatory)
• Relevant experience and knowledgein undertaking Sterile Services functions at an operational level within a Hospital or other large organisations
• An understanding of a commitment to the Mater Mission, Values and their practical relevance to Sterile Services issues
• Effective communication skills with staff, customers and service partners and the ability to function as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in Risk Management and Continuous Quality Improvement Systems and a commitment to the introduction of Best Practice
• Experience in Workplace Health and Safety issues in Sterile Services
• Experience in loan set processing highly advantageous

Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research . With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What's in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Applications close Sunday 20th September 2026 - please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date,

Direct applications only

- we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre-employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.Visit our Reconciliation webpage .

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.