Sterile Service Technician

Acurity Health Group Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch provided

Job summary

Shore Surgery is hiring a Sterile Service Technician (SSD) with sterilising experience to support the theatre team in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will handle daily equipment testing, ensure instruments are sterile and ready for each theatre list, and liaise with surgical staff to maintain smooth operations.

The role requires NZ work rights, strong written communication, and a collaborative, detail-oriented mindset. Lunchtime meals are provided and staff are valued by management.

Qualifications

• Requires Level 3/4 qualification in sterilising technology or equivalent
• Recent proven experience in SSD/sterilisation
• Right to work in New Zealand is mandatory

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily equipment tests and ensure devices are in optimum working order
• Liaise with the theatre team to ensure equipment is available for each list
• Work in a busy clinical environment with attention to procedure and patient safety
• Contribute as a collaborative team member in the Sterilisation Department

Skills

Sterilisation techniques

Ophthalmic instruments

Unsupervised work

Attention to detail

Education

Level 3/4 in sterilising technology

Tools

Sterilisation equipment handling

Job description

Job Description

About the role

We are seeking a Sterile Service Technician (SSD) with sterilising experience to join the professional and dedicated team at Shore Surgery. You will be working in a busy, fast paced clinical environment where teamwork, adherence to procedure and meticulous attention to detail is key.

You will need to be comfortable working unsupervised and liaising with the theatre team ensuring the appropriate equipment is available for each specific Theatre list. As someone who thrives on the opportunity to multi-task and be flexible, you will also ensure daily responsibilities such as completing daily equipment tests, and ensuring equipment is in optimum working order. The ability to be comfortable as a team player is essential.

We would like to hear from you if you have proven SSD experience and are seeking a role where your energy, focus and willingness to go the extra mile will be noticed. The staff members are really valued by the management team of this surgical centre, and the rewards are significant; even your lunch will be provided! You will need good written communication skills and excellent English. A New Zealand Work Permit or NZ Residency is essential.

Desired Skills and Experience

About you

You’ll be someone who takes pride in doing things properly. You’re organised, detail-focused and understand the important role sterilisation plays in supporting patient safety and a smoothly running theatre environment.

• A Level 3 or 4 qualification in sterilising technology, or a recognised equivalent.
• A familiarity with Ophthalmic instruments an advantage
• Recent proven experience required
• The right to work in New Zealand is mandatory