Sterilising Services Team Leader

ACT Health; Canberra; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Salary Packaging

Flexible working conditions

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite Cafes & Staff Facilities

Onsite Physiotherapists

Gift shop

Job summary

Canberra Health Services is seeking a Sterilising Services Technical Officer Level 2 to support the safe delivery of healthcare by reprocessing, maintaining and managing reusable medical devices across multiple locations. The role operates within a fast-paced, highly regulated environment and involves a rotating 24/7 roster to ensure patient care continuity.

The position offers permanent full-time employment with salary between $77,778 and $88,163 plus 12.5% super, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Responsibilities

• Support reprocessing, maintenance and management of reusable medical devices.
• Ensure cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation of equipment meets safety standards.
• Assist across multiple service locations and rotating roster.
• Contribute to quality, accuracy and customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Job description

• Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
• Classification: Sterilising Services Technical Officer Level 2 (PN 2246)
• Salary: $77,778 - $88,163 (Plus 12.5% Super)
• Location: Canberra Health Services
• Section: Infrastructure and Health Support Services
• Closing Date: Thursday 15th October 2026

What can we offer you:

• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to onsite Physiotherapists.
• Access to onsite cafes, staff cafeteria, pharmacy and gift shop.

About the Role:

Sterilising Services is a vital part of the Infrastructure and Health Support Services Division, supporting the safe delivery of healthcare through the reprocessing, maintenance and management of reusable medical devices. The team is responsible for the cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation of specialised medical equipment, ensuring compliance with stringent quality and safety standards while supporting clinical services across a broad range of healthcare settings. In addition to instrument reprocessing, the service coordinates equipment procurement, repairs and ongoing maintenance to ensure healthcare professionals have access to safe, reliable and fit-for-purpose medical instruments.

As a member of the Sterilising Services team, you will play an important role in supporting patient care by contributing to the efficient operation of a fast-paced and highly regulated environment. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to quality, attention to detail and customer service while participating in a rotating 24-hour, 7-day roster and providing support across multiple service locations. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills and contribute to a service that is essential to the delivery of safe and effective healthcare.

Requirements:

• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‑based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.