Theatre Orderly

Mater Health Services; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary packaging

Health and wellbeing support

Fitness Passport access

Discounted parking

Job summary

Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast is seeking applications for a casual Theatre Orderly to support wards. The role operates on a rotating 24/7 roster with morning, afternoon and night shifts, based at the Gold Coast Campus.

Join a 339-bed facility offering Orthopaedics, Neurosurgery, Plastics, ENT, General Surgery and more, and contribute to safe theatre operations in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Theatre Orderly in a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork in multidisciplinary environments.
• Ability to prioritise tasks in dynamic clinical settings.
• Commitment to infection prevention and patient privacy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating theatres and equipment for procedures.
• Assist with safe manual handling and positioning of patients and equipment.
• Clean and maintain theatres and equipment between procedures.
• Support surgical teams across adult, paediatric and obstetric theatres.
• Collaborate with nurses and medical staff to ensure smooth theatre operations.
• Adhere to WHS policies and organisational procedures.
• Participate in mandatory education and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Theatre orderlies experience

Education

Certificate III in Health Care Support (Operating Theatre Practice)

Job description

Job no: 506579
Work type: Casual, Permanent
Location: Gold Coast
Categories: Orderly

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast is seeking applications for a casual Theatre Orderly to join our team and support our wards. This casual role operates on a rotating 24/7 roster, including morning, afternoon and night shifts.

Based at our Gold Coast Campus, this role will be part of our state-of-the-art 339 bed facility located in Southport. This facility was established in 2016 and offers a wide range of specialities across Emergency, Medical Services, Orthopaedics, Bariatrics, Neurosurgery, Plastics, ENT, General Surgery, Obstetrics, Cardiac Care and Oncology.

• Prepare operating theatres and equipment for surgical procedures according to clinical requirements.
• Assist with the safe manual handling and positioning of patients, equipment and supplies.
• Clean and maintain operating theatres and equipment between procedures, following infection prevention and control standards.
• Support surgical teams across adult, paediatric and obstetric operating theatres.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, medical staff and fellow theatre assistants to ensure smooth theatre operations.
• Contribute to a safe workplace by adhering to Workplace Health and Safety policies and organisational procedures.
• Participate in mandatory education, performance development and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

About You

• Demonstrated experience working as a Theatre Orderly within a healthcare setting.
• Certificate III in Health Care Support (Operating Theatre Practice), or equivalent, or willingness to obtain.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to prioritise competing tasks and remain organised in a dynamic clinical environment.
• Sound understanding of infection prevention, workplace health and safety, and relevant legislation relating to the role.
• Commitment to maintaining patient privacy, confidentiality and professional standards.
• Alignment with Mater's mission, values and commitment to compassionate care.

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research . With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education, external partners and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Applications close Sunday 27 September 2026

All successful candidates may be required to complete pre-employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

From a validated medical research institute in Australia

Advertised: 11 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 27 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time