Operations Assistant - Operating Suites Westmead Hospital

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmead Hospital, part of Western Sydney Local Health District, is seeking an Operations Assistant to support medical and nursing teams in the Operating Suite and High Dependency Units. You’ll help transport patients, position them for procedures and maintain rooms and equipment in a fast-paced perioperative environment.

Join a high-performing surgical team with a 24/7 rotating roster, learning and career development opportunities, and a strong commitment to patient-centred care and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in patient transportation and positioning within an Operating Suite
• Sound knowledge of operating room equipment and maintenance
• Understanding of Work Health and Safety and manual handling principles

Responsibilities

• Assist with the safe transfer and positioning of patients
• Deliver compassionate, person-centred support to patients and families
• Clean, prepare and maintain operating rooms, equipment and instruments
• Transport equipment and patients between theatre, recovery and HDU
• Work flexibly across a rotating 24/7 roster in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Patient transport

Operating Suite knowledge

Safety & manual handling

Team communication

Job description

• Be part of a high‑performing surgical team at a major tertiary hospital
• Make a real difference supporting patient care in critical environments
• 24/7 rotating roster with learning and career development opportunities Support, prepare and transport patients and equipment to keep surgical services running safely and efficiently in a fast‑paced operating suite

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Operations Assistant Remuneration: $67,094.85- $68,847.01 per annum Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours) Location: Westmead Hospital Where you'll be working Westmead Hospital is one of Australia’s leading tertiary hospitals and a key facility within Western Sydney Local Health District. With a strong focus on excellence, innovation and compassionate care, Westmead offers a dynamic and inclusive workplace where your contribution matters.

• Part of a large, highly respected public health organisation
• Work in a busy, state‑of‑the‑art Operating Suite
• Supportive multidisciplinary teams focused on patient outcomes
• Culture guided by CORE values: Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment
• Commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement

What you'll be doing

As an Operations Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting medical and nursing teams to deliver safe, patient‑centred care across the Operating Suite and High Dependency Units.

• Assist with the safe transfer and positioning of patients
• Deliver compassionate, person‑centred support to patients and families
• Clean, prepare and maintain operating rooms, equipment and instruments
• Transport equipment and patients between theatre, recovery and HDU
• Work flexibly across a rotating 24/7 roster in a fast‑paced environment

Applications are sought for the role of Operations Assistants, for Westmead Operating Suites, a tertiary referral trauma centre with 24 operating rooms. The position is responsible for patient transport before and after procedures and positioning for surgery and includes ensuring operating tables and positioning devices are cleaned, maintained and applied using appropriate manual handling techniques, to support elective and emergency surgery. As well as collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to provide safe patient care.

Ready to make a difference? Join NSW Health and be part of a team delivering world‑class care to the people of Western Sydney and beyond. We value diversity, support your growth, and empower you to bring your best to work—every shift, every patient.

Previous applicants need not apply

• Ability to demonstrate experience in patient transportation and positioning within an Operating Suite and ability to adapt to the demands of a Perioperative environment
• Sound knowledge of Operating Suite equipment and maintenance
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety and Manual handling principles and requirements
• Proven ability to communicate with a variety of patients, staff, and managers
• Demonstrated experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment

Applications Close: 29th October 2026

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.