Biomedical Mechanical Technician

**Job no**: 502873
**Work type**: Permanent
**Location**: South Brisbane
**Categories**: Engineering

**About the role**
Mater Health Services has a **rare and exciting** opportunity for a **Junior Biomedical Mechanical Technician** to join our **forward-thinking** Engineering and Maintenance team. This **permanent full-time** position offers not just a job — but a chance to **help shape the future of patient care**.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of a **9-day roster** and get hands-on with some of the most vital equipment in the hospital. You’ll gain real-world experience working on **cutting-edge medical systems — all while being supported by experienced mentors to help you grow.**

**Salary range: $37.48 - $52.07 (HP2) per hour plus 11.5% superannuation and**access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900** +**access to many staff benefits

**What you’ll be doing**
- Deliver routine biomedical mechanical services — including acceptance testing, repairs, and preventative maintenance of **high-impact medical equipment** — under the direction of experienced practitioners
- Develop hands-on technical expertise while contributing to equipment **reliability, quality control, and safety in a live hospital environment**:

- Work cooperatively and effectively within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team, following established methods and procedures
- Make independent decisions and carry out routine tasks within your scope of responsibility, with increasing autonomy over time
- Support the introduction and implementation of new biomedical technologies and processes
- Participate in ongoing training and development to support your technical growth and career progression

**About you**
- A minimum of an Associate Diploma (if graduating prior to 2000), or a Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering
- A competent level of knowledge and skill in servicing Biomedical Equipment such as:

- **Vital signs monitors**:

- **Electrosurgical units**:

- **Diagnostic ECG machines**:

- **Medical gas blenders**:

- **Anaesthetic equipment**:

- **Medical pendants**
- A restricted electrical work license (competencies 1, 3 and 5) issued by the QLD Electrical Workers and Contractors Board - **_Highly desirable_**:

- Prior experience working with anaesthetic equipment - **_Desirable_**:

- The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, under the guidance of senior practitioners
- A strong work ethic, positive attitude, and **willingness to model and promote Mater values**:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise with a **wide variety** of internal and external stakeholders
- The ability to work both independently and in a team, using initiative, **sound reasoning**, and strong decision-making skills
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- A commitment to **consistently delivering high levels of service** to patients and staff

**Why join us?**

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- **Increase your take-home pay** with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- **Grow your career** with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- **Wellbeing support** through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- **Access a range of health and wellbeing services** with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- **Exclusive discounts** across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)
- **Stay active** with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- **Convenient, discounted on-site parking**:

- **Enjoy great food** with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- **Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.**

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. **#MAKEYOURMATERMOVE**

**Applications close on Thursday, 22**nd** May 2025.**_Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW_

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
- For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our _Reconciliation webpage_._

**Advertised**: 08 May 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
**Applications close**: 22 May 2025 E. Australia Standard Time