Sterilisation Technician - Bega

NSW Health; Bega; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health in Bega is seeking a Sterilising Technician to decontaminate, inspect, package and sterilise reusable medical devices in line with AS 5369:2023 and CSSD procedures. The role supports patient safety and infection prevention and may include independent work and supervising less experienced staff.

You will hold a Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services, have CSSD experience, and demonstrate attention to quality control, accurate record-keeping and safe handling of equipment.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services (TAFE or equivalent) is required.
• Experience in a Sterile Services/CSSD environment or transferable experience in a procedure-driven production setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilisation and distribution of reusable medical devices according to AS 5369:2023 and CSSD procedures.
• Independently perform duties and supervise less experienced staff as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Education

Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services

Job description

Employment Type: VariousPermanentFull Time and Part Time Positions Available
Position Classification: Sterilisation Tech Gde 3
Location: Bega
Remuneration: $77,771 - $80,567 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID:REQ692732
ApplicationClose:28 August 2026
Interviews Details: Scheduled within 10 days of closing

About the service

Sterilising Technician – Make a real difference behind the scenes
Join (Site) as a Sterilising Technician and play a crucial role in ensuring all surgical instruments and equipment are thoroughly cleaned and sterilised to the highest standards. Your work helps protect patients and staff by maintaining a safe, infection-free environment.
If you take pride in precision and want to be an essential part of patient care, we want to hear from you!

What you'll be doing

Provide safe, timely and effective decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilisation and distribution of reusable medical devices in accordance with AS 5369:2023 (as amended), NSW Health policy and local CSSD procedures, ensuring patient safety, infection prevention and high-quality service delivery. The position will work independently at times and be required to supervise less experienced staff.

Selection Criteria

• Completion of a Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services at TAFE, or equivalent and completion of all relevant sterilising and endoscopy service technician competencies.
• Demonstrated experience in a Sterile Services/CSSD environment, or transferable experience in a procedure-driven production environment requiring attention to detail and quality control.
• Knowledge of, or ability to rapidly learn, reprocessing requirements for reusable medical devices including cleaning, inspection, assembly, packaging and sterilisation, consistent with AS 5369 and local procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately inspect and assemble surgical instrument sets (including complex sets/loan kits), identify defects and **escalate** discrepancies appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and monitor reprocessing equipment and complete routine testing/quality checks, with the ability to respond to non-conformances in line with procedure.
• Proven ability to maintain accurate records and traceability documentation (paper-based and/or electronic tracking systems).
• Demonstrated understanding of WHS requirements relevant to CSSD (manual handling, chemical safety, heat/steam hazards) and commitment to safe work practices.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with CSSD colleagues and clinical customers to meet service requirements.

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases

This is a Category ‘A’ position, please read and understand NSW Health policy directivePD2024_015.All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. OASV requirements also include proof of vaccination against influenza and is compulsory for NSW Staff that enter any Residential Aged Care Facility (RACF) or who work in NSW Health owned and operated RACFs.

Information for applicants

Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As part of this commitment, the Stepping Up website has been developed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants through the NSW Health recruitment process. The site provides guidance, resources, and tools to help applicants confidently apply for roles and build meaningful careers in health.

Southern NSW Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing 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.

At Southern NSW Local Health District, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusion is part of everyday practice, and our people are supported to succeed. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and others who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to our workforce.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact **************@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. www.immi.gov.au