Logistics Coordinator - Operating Theatre

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 77,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Whanganui Hospital is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to support the Operating Theatre by coordinating ordering, tracking, and storage of specialist equipment and supplies.

You will maintain accurate inventory records, manage loan equipment, and ensure items are safely organised and ready for use in a busy surgical environment. This permanent full-time role offers a salary in the NZD range and requires strong organisational skills and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Strong organisation and planning skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident computer literacy, particularly Teams, MS Excel, Word, Outlook and supply ordering systems.
• Inventory management and supply understanding.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to prioritise, problem-solve, and work collaboratively across clinical and non-clinical teams.
• A commitment to culturally safe practice and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the ordering, tracking, and storage of specialist surgical equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory records.
• Manage loan equipment and ensure items are readily available for use.
• Ensure all items are safely organised and ready for use in the theatre.

Skills

Organization

Inventory management

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

Team collaboration

Communication

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Tools

Teams

MS Excel

Word

Outlook

Supply ordering systems

Job description

Logistics Coordinator - Operating Theatre

Logistics Coordinator – Theatre Department | Whanganui Hospital

Permanent - Full time :Salary: $76,705 - $84,754

You will play a key role in ensuring the Operating Theatre has the specialist equipment and supplies needed to deliver safe, timely, high‑quality care for patients.

About the Role

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys a busy, detail‑focused environment. You will coordinate the ordering, tracking, and storage of specialist surgical equipment, maintain accurate inventory records, manage loan equipment, and ensure all items are safely organised and ready for use. If you are highly organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple moving parts, this position will suit you well.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Working within our Theatre Services team means joining a supportive, friendly group of clinicians and administrators who work together to deliver excellent surgical care for our community.

About you

You will be able to comfortably demonstrate:

• Strong organisation and planning skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Confident computer literacy, particularly Teams, MS Excel, Word, Outlook and supply ordering systems
• Inventory management and supply understanding
• Effective communication and relationship‑building skills
• The ability to prioritise, problem‑solve, and work collaboratively across clinical and non‑clinical teams
• A commitment to culturally safe practice and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: 1950568

Location:

North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui - Whanganui

Job type:

Job type: Permanent Full time

Expertise:

Non-clinical - Coordinator - Coordinator