Biomedical Engineer

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until Oct 2026

Position Classification: Biomedical Engineer Grade 4- The position is Grade 3

Remuneration: $135,960 - $143, % Super + Salary Packaging- Please check the salary range for Grade 3-Year 4 level

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ615098

Location: John Hunter Hospital

Applications Close:Wednesday the 5th of November

Shape the Future of Healthcare Technology

Join a team at the forefront of clinical innovation. Hunter New England Clinical Technology provides comprehensive biomedical engineering services to hospitals and healthcare facilities across the district - ensuring medical devices and systems are safe, reliable, and support exceptional patient care.

HNECT is responsible for all aspects of clinical technology lifecycle management functions including needs assessment, procurement support, commissioning, maintenance, safety, quality management, replacement and sustainable disposal of medical devices and systems

About You

You're a team-oriented, detail-focused professional who thrives in a dynamic, project-driven environment. You bring strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

You'll also have:

• A degree in Biomedical, Mechatronics or Electronics Engineering (eligible for Engineers Australia membership).
• Extensive experience in a clinical technology or biomedical engineering environment.
• Demonstrated project management and leadership skills, with the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in medical device integration and knowledge of ieMR systems (highly regarded).
• A current NSW driver's licence.

What You'll Do

Within the role your main responsibilities will include:

• Provide subject matter expertise on clinical technology for new and expanding hospitals.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders -including Health Infrastructure, vendors, and clinical teams -to deliver safe, effective, and integrated medical technology solutions.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and integration of health technologies in line with Australian Standards and Health Facility Guidelines.
• Manage safety, quality, and lifecycle processes for medical devices, including recalls, modifications, and performance audits.
• Lead and support Senior and Technical Officers in daily workshop activities, driving a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to quality improvement and staff development initiatives within HNECT.

What We Offer

• Work within a supportive, collaborative team of eight procurement professionals.
• Guidance and mentorship from the District Procurement Manager.
• Ongoing professional development and training in NSW Health Procurement frameworks.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on how healthcare services are delivered and supported.
• Monthly Allocated Day Off (ADO) for full-time employees.
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time).
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees).
• Salary packaging – up to $11,600 + novated leasing options.
• Fitness Passport – discounted gym memberships for you and your family.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via or

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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