Employment Type: Casual
Location: Fairfield Hospital
Position Classification: Sterilisation Technician Grade 2
Remuneration: $34.02 - $35.53 per hour
Requisition ID: REQ594838
Application Close Date: 17/08/2025
Interview Date Range: 20/08/2025 – 27/08/2025
Contact Details: Soji John | (02) 9616 8143 | Soji.John@health.nsw.gov.au
Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position
About the Opportunity
Fairfield Hospital is seeking a Sterilisation Technician to join our Perioperative Services team.
In this vital role, you will ensure the safe and efficient processing of reusable medical devices, contributing directly to high-quality patient outcomes. Working in accordance with AS5369-2023 standards, you will be responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, packaging, sterilising, and distributing surgical instruments and equipment with precision and care.
We are looking for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and values teamwork. You will play a key role in maintaining equipment functionality, adhering to infection control protocols, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
If you are committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer service, and are ready to grow your skills in a supportive and collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply and make a difference at Fairfield Hospital.
Take the next step in your career with a role that offers flexibility, diversity, and the opportunity to make a difference.
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What You'll be Doing
The purpose of Grade 2 Sterilisation Technician is to provide quality customer service by undertaking the operational activities performed by the Sterilising Services Department, for the process of reusable medical devices in accordance with Standards AS5369-2023, previously AS/NZS4187-14. This position requires a sound level of experience with the ability to work independently, under general supervision and provides support to Perioperative team.
Where You'll Be Working
Fairfield hospital is located in one of NSW’s largest LGA’s and is a hub of diverse cultures, ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds. This brings a range of experiences to hospital employees and provides varied learning and development experiences for all levels of Medical, Clinical, administrative and support roles.
Fairfield Hospital provides a chance to work closely with patients and the community whist providing a strong learning environment and exposure to a variety of disciplines and specialties. The team at Fairfield Hospital is supportive and encouraging, with the senior members of the hospital always looking for ways to enrich the experience of the team.
The hospital sits close to public transport (T-Way), Public Schools, a major shopping centre and has an onsite cafeteria.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Certificate II or Ill in Health Service Assistance (Sterilisation Services) or equivalent qualification?
- This role involves cleaning, disinfecting, packaging, and sterilising reusable medical devices in line with AS5369-2023 standards. Can you describe any experience you have with following strict procedures or protocols? How did you ensure accuracy and safety?
- Working in Sterilising Services requires effective communication and teamwork, especially when reporting equipment issues or delays. Can you provide an example of how you’ve worked in a team environment to solve a problem or maintain service delivery?
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
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Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ️ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ️ background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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