Sterilising Technician

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Lakes; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised onsite hospital gym

Free Flu vaccinations

Discounted goods

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Lakes in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, is recruiting a permanent full-time Sterilising Technician. The role involves cleaning, disinfecting, sterilising and preparing instruments used across the hospital. Training to NZSSA Sterilising Certificate Level 4 is provided during the first year, with support from the team.

We welcome applications from both experienced sterilising staff and newcomers keen to start a healthcare career. Deadline: 2026-09-13.

Qualifications

• Be prepared to undertake 1 year training to complete the New Zealand Certificate in Sterilising Technology Level 4.
• Applicants with sterilising services experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, sterilise and prepare medical instruments and equipment.
• Work as part of a hospital team to support patient safety and care.
• Support training and development during the certificate program.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

New Zealand Certificate in Sterilising Technology Level 4

Job description

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Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Lakes – Tauranga, North Island

• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Are you looking for a rewarding healthcare career where you play a vital role in patient safety?

As a Sterilising Technician, you'll be responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, sterilising, and preparing medical instruments and equipment used throughout the hospital.

We welcome applications from both experienced Sterilising Technicians and motivated individuals who are keen to start a career in the field.

Applicants who already hold the qualification and have sterilising services experience are encouraged to apply.

This is a permanent full time position - 1 FTE, working 40 hours per week.

If you're new to the profession, we'll support you to complete the NZSSA Sterilising Certificate Level 4 while gaining valuable hands on experience.

To view the position description, click here.

About the Team/Service/ Location

For more information on living and working in the Bay of Plenty click here.

About you

If you have strong attention to detail, a commitment to quality, and enjoy working as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you.

You should have:

Be prepared to undertake 1 year training to complete the New Zealand Certificate in Sterilising Technology Level 4.

For information related to the course - Click here.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Deadline: 13 September 2026.