Theatre Orderly

Mater Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Staff benefits

Job summary

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. The role offers an hourly rate with casual loading, weekend penalties and access to salary packaging and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Theatre Orderly within a healthcare setting.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary theatre team.
• Commitment to infection prevention and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating theatres and equipment for surgical procedures according to clinical requirements.
• Assist with safe manual handling and positioning of patients, equipment and supplies.
• Clean and maintain operating theatres and equipment between procedures following infection standards.
• Support surgical teams across adult, paediatric and obstetric theatres.
• Collaborate with nurses and medical staff to ensure smooth theatre operations.
• Adhere to Workplace Health and Safety policies and participate in quality initiatives.

Skills

Theatre experience

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III in Health Care Support (Operating Theatre Practice)

Job description

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.

Salary range: $35.74 - $37.46 per hour plus casual loading and weekend penalties plus superannuation andaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900+access to many staff benefits!

What you'll be doing

• 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.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GetBetterWithMater

Applications close Sunday 27 September 2026 – please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date.

Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. 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.

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