Operating Theatre Technician
The Royal Melbourne Hospital
Full Time, Part Time and Casual Positions Available
Join a 16-Theatre Suite Covering All Surgical Specialties
Contribute to a High-Performing Trauma and Emergency Surgical Team
The Royal Melbourne Hospital's Perioperative Services team is seeking passionate and skilled Theatre Technicians to help deliver outstanding surgical care. As a leading trauma centre with a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we offer you the opportunity to work across all surgical specialties in a team-oriented and patient-focused team. No two days are the same in our theatre suite — and every team member plays a vital role in delivering safe, timely, and effective care.
Your New Role
Provide vital support in the operating suite by assisting with patient transfers, theatre set-up, equipment handling and cleaning, and maintaining stock levels
Rotate through a broad range of surgical specialties — from trauma and emergency surgery to orthopaedics and neurosurgery
Work a 24/7 rotating roster including on-call shifts, with strong support from the Theatre Support Services Manager
Be part of a cohesive team committed to safety, excellence, and patient-centred care




Maintain theatre equipment, assist in positioning lights, perform routine cleaning, and support clinical teams in real-time
About You
Hold a Certificate III or IV in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technical Support) or equivalent
Have recent experience working as a Theatre Technician in a busy operating theatre environment
Thrive in a fast-paced setting, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
Comfortable with rotating shifts and being on-call as required
Value professional development and a culture of continuous improvement
Benefits of Working at RMH
Flexible working arrangements, including work from home and our Elizabeth Street office
Salary packaging options – increase your take-home pay by up to $12,000
5 weeks annual leave plus monthly ADOs (full time employees)
Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
A strong values-based culture:
People First | Lead with Kindness | Excellence Together
A workplace committed to our
Speaking Up for Safety
culture
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📌 Operating Theatre Technician (Melbourne)
🏢 Melbourne Health
📍 Melbourne