Sterilisation Technician

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District; Windsor; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated Leasing

Education courses (Education Training)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is seeking a casual Sterilisation Technician Grade 2 for Hawkesbury District Hospital. The role requires flexibility to rotate rosters, weekends and public holidays, and involves sterile processing in a hospital setting.

The successful candidate will have Certificate III in Sterilising Services, knowledge of AS 5369:2023, and competency with hospital information systems. Applications close 11/11/2026 and contact Leigh Fenton is available for queries.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Sterilising Services and demonstrated experience in a hospital SSD/CSSD.
• Knowledge of AS 5369:2023 reprocessing standard and infection prevention principles.
• Ability to safely perform physical requirements including standing, lifting and handling with chemicals and biohazards.
• Proficient computer literacy and use of electronic tracking and hospital information systems.

Skills

Sterilisation

Infection prevention

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Sterilising Services

Tools

Electronic tracking systems

Hospital information systems

Job description

Employment Type: Casual Position Classification: Sterilisation Technician Grade 2 Location: Hawkesbury District Hospital Remuneration: $36.80 – $38.43 per hour Requisition ID: REQ685387 Applications Close: 11/11/2026

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions. Hawkesbury District Health Service is a teaching hospital in Windsor NSW, providing acute, community and allied health services for the local community and surrounding districts. The service provides 24-hour emergency, medical, surgical, diagnostic, maternity, neonatal, paediatric, palliative, intensive and coronary care services.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

What you will bring to the role

• Ability to work a flexible rotating roster, including weekends, public holidays and shift work as required.
• Certificate III in Sterilising Services and demonstrated experience working in a hospital Sterilising Services Department (SSD/CSSD).
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of AS 5369:2023 Reprocessing of Reusable Medical Devices and infection prevention and control principles. NSW Health has transitioned to AS5369:2023 as the key reprocessing standard.
• Demonstrated ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the role, including standing for prolonged periods, manual handling, lifting, pushing and pulling loads, and working with chemicals and biological hazards.
• Demonstrated computer literacy and ability to use electronic tracking and hospital information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, adapt to changing priorities and manage competing work demands.
• Well-developed customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience in endoscope reprocessing and high-level disinfection (desirable/essential depending on service requirements).

For role related queries or questions contact Leigh Fenton on [e-mail] NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards.

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