Sterilisation Technician

Hunter New England Health; Tamworth Regional Council; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Career progression within NSW Health

Annual leave and paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Hunter New England Health is seeking a Sterilisation Technician at Armidale Rural Referral Hospital. You will reprocess and sterilise surgical instruments and reusable devices to support theatres and clinical areas across the hospital.

Role requires attention to detail, adherence to infection prevention standards and the ability to work with perioperative teams. Certificate III in Sterilisation is being pursued, with 12-month completion target.

Qualifications

• Desirable experience in sterilising services, theatres, healthcare or similar.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and AS 5369:2023 requirements.
• Attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Clean, decontaminate and prepare surgical instruments and reusable devices.
• Inspect, assemble, package, sterilise and store devices using validated methods.
• Maintain compliance with AS 5369:2023 and hospital policies.
• Operate washer-disinfectors, sterilisers and drying cabinets.
• Maintain sterile stock levels and support inventory management.
• Record instruments using electronic traceability systems.
• Collaborate with perioperative and clinical teams to deliver sterile services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Certificate III in Sterilisation

Job description

Sterilise with purpose and support safer patient care as a Sterilisation Technician at Armidale Rural Referral Hospital.

Remuneration: $66,939.37 – $71,338.54 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging

Location: Armidale Hospital

Employment Type: PermanentFull Time

Position Classification: Sterilisation Tech Grade 1

Requisition ID: REQ690360

Applications Close: Monday 14th September 2026

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity is available for a Sterilisation Technician to join the dedicated Sterilising Services Department at Armidale Rural Referral Hospital.

As a Sterilisation Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality healthcare by ensuring surgical instruments, reusable medical devices and specialised equipment are expertly reprocessed, sterilised and readily available for clinical use. Your work will directly support Operating Theatres, the Day Procedure Centre, inpatient wards, outpatient services and a range of other clinical areas, helping clinicians provide exceptional care when it matters most.

• Expertly cleaning, decontaminating and preparing surgical instruments and reusable medical devices in accordance with infection prevention and control standards.
• Inspecting, assembling, packaging, sterilising, storing and distributing reusable medical devices using validated and best-practice reprocessing methods.
• Ensuring compliance with AS 5369:2023, manufacturer instructions, hospital policies and departmental procedures to maintain the highest standards of quality and patient safety.
• Operating specialised sterilisation and reprocessing equipment, including washer-disinfectors, sterilisers and drying cabinets, safely and efficiently.
• Maintaining sterile stock levels, supporting inventory management and contributing to streamlined departmental operations.
• Accurately recording and tracking instruments using electronic traceability systems to support quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborating closely with perioperative, clinical and support teams to ensure the seamless delivery of sterile services across the hospital.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Sterilisation Technician to become an integral part of the patient care journey. Every instrument prepared and every process completed contributes to safer surgical procedures, outstanding clinical outcomes and exceptional care for the communities we serve.

Where you’ll be working:

Set in the heart of the picturesque Armidale, Armidale Hospital offers a unique blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle appeal. As a key healthcare facility within the New England region, the hospital is known for its commitment to high-quality patient care, modern clinical services, and a strong sense of community. Surrounded by cool-climate landscapes, heritage architecture, and a vibrant local culture, Armidale provides an enviable balance between career progression and quality of life. With access to excellent schools, a renowned university, and a welcoming regional atmosphere, working at Armidale Hospital is not just a job - it’s an opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying the charm and tranquillity of one of regional New South Wales’ most sought-after locations.

• Previous experience in sterilising services, theatres, healthcare, infection prevention or another high-standard processing environment is desirable.
• Sound understanding of infection prevention, WHS, quality systems and AS 5369:2023 requirements, or willingness to develop this knowledge with support.
• High attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, accurate documentation and commitment to patient safety.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a respectful, high-performing team.
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable, flexible and able to prioritise workload in a busy perioperative environment.
• Knowledge of waste management, stock rotation and safe handling principles is desirable.

Requirements:

• Currently undertaking Certificate III in Sterilisation or willingness to obtain within 12 months.

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities across the administrative network
• Career progression opportunities within NSW Health
• Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
• Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

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