About the role

South West Healthcare is seeking skilled and qualified Instrument Technicians to join our perioperative service. You will be part of a highly capable team that works collaboratively with various clinical services to deliver safe, high-quality care and positive outcomes for patients and their families in a supportive and caring environment.

Position overview

• Employment Type: Part-time (64 hours per fortnight), Fixed Term Parental Leave position until December 2026
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Instrument Technician Grade 2 or Grade 3
• Salary Range: $65,754.00 - $71,141.20 pro rata, plus superannuation

What you bring

• Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services (HLT47015) or equivalent qualification from a registered training organisation
• Certificate of Management or willingness to undertake studies
• Greater than 12 months experience as an Instrument Technician (Grade 4 requires 3+ years full-time equivalent experience)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and accountability
• Professional presentation and strong communication skills
• Commitment to providing high-quality, customer-focused service
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive team culture
• Demonstrated capacity to role model South West Healthcare values

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the South West region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 14 December 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

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