Theatre Technician

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is East Gippsland’s largest employer providing a comprehensive array of health care services to our community.  Located in the beautiful Victorian region of East Gippsland, you will relish a relaxed lifestyle living on the Gippsland Lakes with easy access to isolated beaches, the high-country and snow fields. BRHS offers a rewarding work environment providing challenge, variety and a range of opportunities to progress your career.  You will join our dedicated team of health professionals and support teams who are committed to delivering our purpose of Best Care Experience.  Every Person, Every Time.  Be bold, make the change now!

Contract: Fixed Term, Part Time – 56 hours per fortnight

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Theatre Technician to join our Perioperative Services team on a fixed-term, part-time basis (until 8th November 2026). This role is essential to ensuring the safe, efficient and high‑quality delivery of perioperative care at BRHS.

About the Role

• Working as part of our multidisciplinary theatre team, the Theatre Technician provides vital support across elective, emergency and endoscopy services. Key responsibilities include:
• Transporting and transferring patients safely
• Restocking and locating clinical supplies
• Setting up, connecting and troubleshooting theatre equipment
• Cleaning and maintaining operating theatres and equipment
• Assisting with patient positioning under clinical direction

Depending on skills, experience and qualifications, appointment may be made at Grade 1 through Grade 4. Grade One position description is attached here.  Please speak to the Hiring Manager for a copy of Grade 2-4 position descriptions.

About You

• We are looking for someone who demonstrates:
• A Theatre Technician qualification or experience in the role
• A good understanding of the role of a Theatre Technician
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced perioperative environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to BRHS principles of care: Quality, Integrity, Communication and Kindness

Why Join BRHS?

• BRHS is East Gippsland’s largest health service and a leading regional employer, offering:
• A supportive workplace working alongside a passionate and dedicated team
• Extensive salary packaging benefits to increase your take home pay
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development
• A chance to contribute to the health and wellbeing of our community

Interested? For more information contact:

Scott Joustra, Perioperative Nurse Unit Manager on (03) 5150 3398

Applications close: Sunday, 12th April 2026

Applications are to be submitted by selecting “Apply Now” and are to include:

• Cover letter
• Resume (including two recent referees)
• Response to the full key selection criteria (as listed in the attached position description)

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