Operations Assistant - Perioperative Suite - Temporary Full Time

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network; Sydney; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work opportunities

Salary packaging

Meal entertainment benefits

Accrued days off (ADOs)

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network is seeking an Ops Assist – Others in a temporary full-time role based in Westmead. The position supports perioperative patient movement, maintains operating suite cleanliness, and assists with patient care under supervision.

The base salary ranges with super and leave loading, and the role requires flexibility to cover shifts on a rotating roster. Applicants should have portering and cleaning experience in a hospital setting, strong communication and teamwork

Qualifications

• Demonstrated previous portering and cleaning experience in a hospital setting.
• Excellent communication skills—written and verbal, able to relate respectfully to management, colleagues and the public.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and take directions from supervisors.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks, including pushing/pulling mobile waste bins, beds and trolleys.
• Knowledge and application of infection control standards; willing to clean rooms/areas with infectious patients.
• Ability to prioritise and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Willingness to work shifts on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team to support care and movement of patients in the perioperative services.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in Operating Suite, Recovery ward, Middleton and CSSD.
• Assist in Operating Rooms with patient care and positioning as directed by RN, Surgeon or Anaesthetist.

Skills

Portering experience

Cleaning experience

Infection control

Teamwork

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 17 September 2027

Position Classification: Ops Assist - Others

Remuneration: 67094.86 - 68847.01 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ706573

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 18 November 2026

For role related queries or questions contact: Elizabeth Mead on [e-mail]

At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

What You'll Be Doing

Work within a team environment to maintain the highest standard of support necessary to facilitate the care and movement of patients within the Perioperative services in a reliable, timely and effective manner.

To ensure a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in all areas of the Operating Suite, Recovery ward, Middleton and CSSD.

To assist within the Operating Rooms with patient care and positioning as directed by Registered Nurse, Surgeon or Anaesthetist.

Additional Benefits (where applicable):

Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

• Aresume(maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
• Responses to the questions below:
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal, and ability to relate well and communicate respectfully to line management, colleagues and members of the public.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team, supporting others and taking directions from supervisors or other staff as appropriate.
• Demonstrated previous portering and cleaning experience in a hospital setting.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of this position, such as push, or pull mobile waste bins, patient beds and trolleys frequently.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of infection control standards, willing to clean room/areas that have been occupied by patients with possible or confirmed infections.
• Ability to prioritise and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability and willingness to work shifts, on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health's commitment to 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.

Additional Information

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [e-mail]

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

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