Senior Technical Officer, Biomedical

Access lifelong learning and career development opportunities that can only be found in the largest health system in Australia.

$99, $102,554.37 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital (SMH) | REQ595666 | Grade: Senior Technical Officer | Applications close: 7 September 2025

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

The Senior Technical Officer is responsible for assisting the Biomedical Services Manager in the supervision, training and support of the Biomedical Technicians, as well as work prioritisation schedules and work plans/ guidelines.

Additionally the Senior Biomedical Technician carries out acceptance testing, calibration, performance verification, preventative maintenance, repair, development, education, record keeping and consultation services with regards to the medical technology employed within the ISLHD.

The role is part of the Clinical Engineering department which provides a high quality medical technology support service to clinical staff in their use of medical equipment to monitor, diagnose or treat patients within the District.

The Clinical Engineering department operates as a central reference point for all Biomedical Engineering related issues and functions in accordance with best practice, relevant Australian Standards and Industry Guidelines.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Descriptionhere.

A little about us.

Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital, located on Yuin Country, is the main acute care hospital for the Shoalhaven region, providing emergency care, medical, surgical and orthopaedic services. The hospital has an Intensive Care Unit focusing on high dependency and coronary patients, Children's Ward and Maternity Unit, as well as a purpose-built regional Cancer Care Centre and sub-acute Mental Health Unit.

With a significant redevelopment of the hospital currently underway and a strong focus on career development, there has never been a better time to join our progressive and growing team in the Shoalhaven.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

• Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
• Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
• Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
• Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
• Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
• Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

• Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category B role.
• Valid NSW Drivers Licence

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD 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 safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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