Sterilisation Technician

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Sterilisation Technician Grade 1

Remuneration: $61, $63,211.73 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 30 October 2025 – 11:59pm

Sterilisation Technician

Orange Health Service NSW

About the role

The Orange Health Service, Sterilising Department is looking for a permanent part time employee on a 7 day a week rotating shift roster. On-call and weekend flexibility is required.

The Sterilisation Technician is primarily responsible for the preparation, sterilisation, storage and thermal disinfection of reusable medical and surgical instruments and equipment to prevent the transmission of infection, working within a large team under routine supervision.

The successful applicants will be energetic, organised and possess a positive attitude with attention to detail and a willingness to learn. On the job education and training will be provided.

You will be working with a team of highly knowledgeable and professional sterilisation technicians in an organised fast paced work environment.

The successful applicant will be supported by Educators within the Sterilising department.

As you are employed by New South Wales Health which offers tax free incentives such as Salary packaging, Salary Sacrifice Meal Cards, Fitness Passport & Novated Car Lease.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

To apply for this role:

• Click 'Apply'
• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume
• Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Rebecca McNabb, Sterilising Services Manager on or at for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD