Job Description

About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking a dedicated Theatre Technician to join our Perioperative Services team. Our skilled Operating Theatre team collaborates closely with various clinical departments to ensure positive patient outcomes in a safe, supportive, and caring environment.

The Theatre Technician plays a vital role within this dynamic team. Key responsibilities include preparing the operating room and equipment, assisting with patient preparation, and ensuring the ongoing maintenance and safety of all theatre resources.

Position overview

• Employment Type: Full-time (76 hours per fortnight), On-going position
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Theatre Technician Grade 3, Grade 4 or Grade 5
• Salary Range: $71,141.20 - $78,790.40 pro rata, plus superannuation

What you bring

• Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technician Support (HLT47515) or an equivalent qualification
• Has greater than 24 month's experience (full-time equivalent) as a Theatre Technician
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to articulate policies and procedures, and communicate with all internal and external customers and suppliers to attain service provisions
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks to ensure completion of all tasks

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
• 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 Barwon South West sub-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 3 August 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Health Sector (Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers) 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

Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au