Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 20 hours per week (6 month appointment to April 2027) and Casual

Remuneration: $36.80 - $38.43 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Bowral & District Hospital

Applications close: 27/09/2026

Contact: Vanessa Baxter - NUM Perioperative Services Department on |

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Bowral & District Hospital is seeking an experienced Sterilisation Technician to join their team as a Temporary part time position for up to 6 months (until April 2027), who is responsible for provide clean, sterile, or disinfected items and/or equipment to stakeholders within Bowral & District Hospital; preparation of daily operations and sterile stock rotation and control in the operating suite sterile stock room and reprocessing of flexible endoscopes in a dedicated scope reprocessing room within the perioperative services

We Can Offer You The Following

- Flexible and supportive work environment
- Diverse career pathways
- Qualified and personal development
- Opportunities to start or build a career or re-enter the workforce
- Challenging, inspiring, and rewarding roles, and the opportunity to make a difference!

Are You the Right Fit?

If You Have

- A Certificate in Sterilisation Services
- Availability and capacity to participate in a rotating roster which includes working all shifts, all days of the week including public holidays.
- Understanding of WHS and infection control principles pertaining to the CSSD environment.
- Ability to work as part of a team or independently in line with the position description.
- Sound attention to detail to ensure quality objectives and to meet the required standards of the Sterilising Department.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role,



please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

- Certificate II or III in Health Service Assistance (Sterilisation Services) or equivalent and Experience working in a Hospital Sterilising Services Department with sound knowledge and understanding of AS 5369: 2023, Infection Prevention and Control and WH&S; requirements
- Demonstrated ability to work independently or as an integral team member under the guidance of a Staff Supervisor for the process of complex medical devices including Orthopaedic loan equipment.
- Ability to prioritise and communicate workload to achieve quality and timely process outcomes.
- Sound communication ability with a high standard of written and verbal skills to ensure effective listening, understanding, and following direction.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

- Position Information
- Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

- Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

- We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact
- We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

- Aboriginal Workforce





- For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact . Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- Financial Perks
- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
- One extra day off each month for full time employees

- Work-Life Balance

- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

- Grow Your Career

- Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

- Health & Wellbeing

- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

- Vaccination Requirements
- All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

- Child Safe Employment

- South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel protected, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

- Temporary Positions

- For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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📌 Sterilisation Technician (Gde 2) - Bowral and District Hospital - Temp PT/Casual
🏢 South Western Sydney Local Health District
📍 Bowral