Head Theatre Technician — Lead & Develop Perioperative Team

Healthscope; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted private health insurance

Gym Passport

Ongoing professional development

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Healthscope’s Knox Private Hospital in Wantirna is seeking a Head Theatre Technician to lead the Theatre Technician team across Grades 1-5 in the Perioperative Department. You will collaborate with the Nurse Unit Manager and multidisciplinary teams to foster a high‑performing culture, ensure safe, efficient and patient‑centred care delivery, and drive clinical excellence.

This full‑time leadership role offers ongoing professional development and clear opportunities for career advancement within

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Health Service Assistance (Operating Theatre Technical Support).
• Minimum 3 years' experience post Certificate IV completion.
• Advanced specialty training in areas such as cell saving, laser, organ retrieval or spinal care.
• Comprehensive knowledge across all operating theatre specialties and workflows.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate accountability.
• Passion for mentoring and developing others.
• Certificate IV Training and Assessment.
• Experience at Theatre Technician Grade 4 or above.

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring and developing Theatre Technicians across Grades 1-5.
• Coordinating recruitment, rostering, leave management and onboarding.
• Conducting performance reviews and supporting staff development.
• Maintaining accreditation standards and compliance requirements.
• Supporting theatre efficiency, workflow optimisation and positive team culture.
• Managing equipment and supply availability across the department.
• Delivering education programs and targeted staff training.
• Monitoring compliance with mandatory training requirements.
• Escalating operational issues and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Staff development

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate IV in Health Service Assistance (Operating Theatre Technical Support)

Certificate IV Training and Assessment

Tools

Operating theatre equipment

Job description

Healthscope’s Knox Private Hospital in Wantirna is seeking a Head Theatre Technician to lead the Theatre Technician team across Grades 1-5 in the Perioperative Department. You will collaborate with the Nurse Unit Manager and multidisciplinary teams to foster a high‑performing culture, ensure safe, efficient and patient‑centred care delivery, and drive clinical excellence.

This full‑time leadership role offers ongoing professional development and clear opportunities for career advancement within