Senior Biomedical Engineer

Melbourne Health; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging available

Monthly ADO

Parkville Precinct location

Staff health services access

Professional development

Public transport access

On-site parking

Job summary

Melbourne Health’s Biomedical Engineer Class 4 leads Clinical Engineering, providing technical and operational oversight for safe, compliant healthcare technology across Parkville precinct. You will supervise Biomedical Engineers, guide asset management, and collaborate with clinical teams to plan equipment replacement, mitigate risks, and drive service improvements focused on patient safety.

The role contributes to strategic planning, embraces continuous improvement, and supports workforce

Qualifications

• Degree in Biomedical, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering with eligibility for Engineers Australia.
• Senior leadership experience in Biomedical or Clinical Engineering.
• Extensive lifecycle experience of medical equipment and healthcare technology.
• Strong knowledge of medical devices, Australian Standards and TGA requirements.
• Ability to lead complex projects in a large organisation.
• Analytical and decision-making skills to resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership and day-to-day supervision of Biomedical Engineers and Clinical Engineering staff, supporting workload allocation, staff development and service delivery across Melbourne Health.
• Lead the maintenance, testing and repair of medical equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with Australian Standards, TGA requirements, accreditation standards and organisational policies.
• Deliver expert technical advice on the evaluation, procurement, operation, replacement and lifecycle management of medical devices and healthcare technology systems.
• Support the planning and delivery of equipment replacement programs, technology projects and asset management initiatives to ensure safe, sustainable and cost-effective healthcare delivery.
• Monitor service performance, compliance and KPIs, driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance patient safety, service quality and operational efficiency.

Skills

Senior leadership

Lifecycle management

Biomedical equipment

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Compliance

Education

Biomedical/Electrical/Electronics Engineering degree

Job description

• Join the RMH team Clinical Engineering Department
• Generous salary packaging options availableand monthly ADO

About the Role

The Biomedical Engineer Class 4 is a senior leadership role within Clinical Engineering, providing technical and operational leadership for the safe, effective and compliant management of healthcare technology across Melbourne Health.

You will provide expert oversight across the lifecycle of medical equipment, lead and support Biomedical Engineers, and work closely with clinical and operational stakeholders to manage technology risks, complex issues, equipment planning and service improvement.

This role contributes to strategic planning and the delivery of high-quality Clinical Engineering services, with a strong focus on patient safety, compliance, service excellence and workforce capability.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide operational leadership and day-to-day supervision of Biomedical Engineers and Clinical Engineering staff, supporting workload allocation, staff development and service delivery across Melbourne Health.
• Lead the maintenance, testing and repair of medical equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with Australian Standards, TGA requirements, accreditation standards and organisational policies.
• Deliver expert technical advice on the evaluation, procurement, operation, replacement and lifecycle management of medical devices and healthcare technology systems.
• Support the planning and delivery of equipment replacement programs, technology projects and asset management initiatives to ensure safe, sustainable and cost-effective healthcare delivery.
• Monitor service performance, compliance and key performance indicators (KPIs), driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance patient safety, service quality and operational efficiency.

About You

• Degree in Biomedical, Electrical, Electronics Engineering or related discipline, with eligibility for Engineers Australia or relevant professional membership.
• Demonstrated senior leadership experience in Biomedical or Clinical Engineering within a healthcare environment.
• Extensive experience managing the lifecycle of medical equipment and healthcare technology, from procurement and commissioning through to maintenance and replacement.
• Strong knowledge of medical devices, Australian Standards, TGA requirements and healthcare technology practices within a tertiary setting.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects, manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a large, complex organisation.
• Highly developed analytical, problem-solving and decision‑making skills, with the ability to provide expert technical advice and resolve complex issues.

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Meaningful WorkMake a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
• Career GrowthAccess learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
• Supportive Culture & BelongingJoin in a diverse and values‑led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
• InnovationHelp shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
• World-Class ExcellenceWork alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct - one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
• Enjoy great employee benefitsSalary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).
• Work in the Parkville PrecinctWork in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.