Sterilising Services Technician

PRIMARY DETAIL

• Full-time, permanent role within a state-of-the-art Sterilising Services Unit

• Competitive base salary in line with our enterprise agreement plus access to comprehensive salary packaging benefits via Maxxia

• Be part of a high-performing Sterilising Services Unit supporting patient safety and clinical excellence within Australia’s only fully integrated academic health precinct.

The Role

Macquarie University Health is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Sterilising Services Technician to join our Sterilising Services Unit (SSU) on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a vital role supporting safe, timely and high-quality surgical and clinical care across Macquarie University Hospital and Clinics. As a Sterilising Services Technician, you will play a critical part in ensuring reusable medical devices are processed to the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance, directly contributing to positive patient outcomes.

Working in our modern, fast-paced SSU, you will be responsible for the cleaning, inspection, assembly, sterilisation and distribution of medical and surgical instruments in accordance with national standards, organisational policies and best practice guidelines. You will be part of a collaborative team that values precision, accountability and continuous improvement.

This role is ideal for both experienced technicians and those earlier in their career who are passionate about working in a high-quality healthcare support service environment.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performing the collection, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, assembly, sterilisation and distribution of reusable medical devices

• Ensuring all processes comply with relevant standards, including AS/NZS 4187, ISO and GENCA requirements

• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation in line with Macquarie University Health policies

• Participating in audit preparation, quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives

• Contributing to a safe working environment through adherence to occupational health and safety practices

• Working collaboratively within the SSU and broader clinical teams to support efficient service delivery

• Participating in competency-based training, professional development and performance review processes

• Identifying, reporting and managing incidents and risks in accordance with policy

Why Join Us

You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of integrated healthcare in Australia. You’ll join a supportive, collaborative team that is committed to delivering innovative, patient-centred care backed by world-class research and teaching.

At Macquarie University Health , we know working together leads to better health outcomes. This happens when clinicians, researchers, students and staff unite to improve lives through compassionate, coordinated, effective care that is centred around the patient. We are celebrating our 15-year anniversary.

As Australia’s first fully integrated academic health precinct on a university campus, we translate research into faster diagnoses, better treatments and integrated, evidence-based recovery pathways. In this environment, our students receive unique, hands-on learning experiences. That’s how we Heal. Learn. Discover.™

We offer fantastic range of Employee Benefits including:

• Salary sacrifice options and excellent salary packaging benefits (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing) so you have great potential to maximise your income working for us

• Post graduate study and ongoing education support through scholarship programs

• Macquarie University Childcare at a reduced staff rate

• Extensive Macquarie University facilities including sporting facilities, gym and pool

More information about our employee benefits can be found here.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please include your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the following:

• Experience working in a busy, fast-paced medical environment with the ability to prioritise workloads

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following protocols and standards

• Well-developed communication and customer service skills

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

• Experience handling chemicals, biological hazards and manual handling tasks

• A positive, proactive approach to learning and continuous improvement

Role-Specific Qualifications and Experience:

• Certificate III in Sterilising Services or equivalent (HLT31107, HLT31112 or HLT37015)

• Previous experience as a Sterilising Services Technician (private health experience desirable but not essential)

Role-Specific Conditions

• Ability to work shift work in accordance with the roster, including on-call weekends

Note: This position requires you to comply with occupational screening, assessment and vaccinations in line with Macquarie University Health requirements. You may also have to satisfy Macquarie University Health that you meet all background checks (including criminal record and qualification checks).

**Please note this position is only open to Australian citizens, permanent residents and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights.**

General Enquiries

Please contact Bill Egarchos, Talent Acquisition Consultant, bill.egarchos@mq.edu.au

Application Close Date: Sunday, 25th January 2026, 11:59pm

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

Applications Close:

25/01/2026 11:59 PM