Requisition No: 8831 Executive Division: Operations Division: Surgery Endoscopy Anaesthesia Services Program: SEA - Theatre and Sterilisation Department: Theatre Technicians - FT Enterprise Agreement: Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administr Job Function: Allied Health Professionals Role Summary:

- Location: Joan Kirner Women’s & Children’s Hospital (St Albans)
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Ongoing
- Salary: Grade 4 Superannuation Salary Packaging

About the role:

The Theatre Technician is instrumental in providing specialist technical support and immediate support to the other dedicated members from the technical workforce.

Key roles are the preparation of the operating room and equipment, demonstrating behaviours and attitudes that are consistent with Western Heath’s Vision and Values, building strong and trusting relationships with the multidisciplinary team.

Key responsibilities:

- Comply with all Western Health policies and procedures.
- Be able to work unsupervised in all areas of the operating theatre, both in a responsible and timely manner to promote the efficient running of surgical procedures.
- Assist with patient procedures as required, e.g. Spinal/epidural anaesthesia, removal and application of plaster, limb elevation.
- Assist in the preparation of patient prior to surgery, e.g. Pre-operative Shave, patient positioning.
- Maintain good verbal communications with other staff in the theatre complex.
- Role model clinical excellence and promotes best practice standards.

About you:

The Grade 4 Theatre Technician must be able to work unsupervised in all areas of the operating theatre. It is expected that they will have completed their Certificate IV in Health Services Assistance (Theatre Support).

Click here for the Position Description.

About Western Health





Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Why join us?

Compensation and Benefits

- Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
- Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

- Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.




- Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

- Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
- Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Workplace

- Work in a team-oriented, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about supporting the delivery of high-qaulity Best Care, we’d love to hear from you.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 29 September 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Andrei Cortez via [email protected].

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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📌 Theatre Technician - Grade 4 (Melbourne)
🏢 Western Health
📍 Melbourne