Sterilising Technician Team Leader

seek.com.au; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

seek.com.au is seeking an experienced Sterilising Team Leader to oversee daily operations at a modern facility in northern Melbourne. You will lead technicians responsible for safe reprocessing of reusable medical devices with emphasis on quality and AS 5369 compliance.

The role requires a Certificate III/IV in Sterilisation Services, strong instrument knowledge and the ability to coordinate workloads while maintaining safety and quality across shifts.

Qualifications

• Current experience as a Sterilising Team Leader is essential.
• Extensive sterilising services experience with exposure to surgical instruments.
• Certificate III or IV in Sterilisation Services.
• Strong knowledge of sterilisation and disinfection processes and guidelines.
• Ability to coordinate workloads and lead technicians.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating daily workloads to ensure safe, efficient and timely service delivery.
• Providing leadership and technical support to technicians across the reprocessing cycle.
• Applying surgical instrument knowledge to identify, inspect and process.
• Maintaining compliance with AS 5369, quality procedures and infection prevention requirements.
• Monitoring team performance and preparing reports.
• Participating in quality audits and improving processes.
• Promoting safe work practices and effective communication across shifts.
• Working collaboratively within a 24/7 operation.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Instrument knowledge

IT / instrumentation tracking

Education

Certificate III/IV in Sterilisation Services

Tools

Instrument tracking systems

Reporting tools

Job description

We're seeking an experienced Sterilising Team Leader to lead daily operations at a modern facility in northern Melbourne. This opportunity suits an established team leader with extensive sterilising services experience, direct exposure to surgical instrumentation and a proven ability to deliver high-quality outcomes through their team.

You will bring the technical knowledge, judgement and leadership capability to confidently oversee operations from day one.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Clinical Operations Manager, you will lead a team of technicians responsible for the safe and effective reprocessing of Reusable Medical Devices (RMDs).

Key responsibilities include:

Coordinating daily workloads to ensure safe, efficient and timely service delivery.

Providing practical leadership and technical support to technicians across the reprocessing cycle.

Applying your surgical instrument knowledge to support accurate identification, inspection and processing.

Maintaining compliance with AS 5369, quality procedures and infection prevention requirements.

Monitoring team performance, addressing operational issues and preparing accurate reports.

Participating in quality audits and implementing improvements to processes and service delivery.

Promoting safe work practices, accountability and effective communication across shifts.

Working collaboratively within a 24/7 operation.

The Experience You'll Need

Current experience as a Sterilising Team Leader is essential, supported by substantial experience in sterilising services and direct exposure to surgical instruments.

You will also need:

A Certificate III or IV in Sterilisation Services.

Extensive knowledge of surgical instruments, their functions and reprocessing requirements.

Strong technical knowledge of sterilisation and disinfection processes, relevant standards and guidelines.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate workloads, guide technicians and maintain team performance.

Sound judgement and the ability to resolve operational issues while maintaining safety and quality.

Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency with computer systems, including instrument tracking and reporting tools.

About Us

We provide specialist sterilisation and reprocessing services to healthcare organisations. Our focus is on delivering reliable, high-quality services through technical expertise, robust processes and investment in our people.

What We Offer:

A modern facility with advanced reprocessing equipment and technology.

An opportunity to apply your expertise and influence day-to-day service quality.

A collaborative team committed to safety, accountability and continuous improvement.

Ongoing training and professional development.

Meaningful work supporting infection prevention and patient care.