Theatre Technician Candidate Pool 2026

• Southern Adelaide Local Health Network - Flinders Medical Centre/ Noarlunga Hospital - Hotel Services 
• Hourly Rate: $32.12 per hour WHA4 Plus 25% Casual Loading
• Hourly Rate: $32.87 per hour WHA5 Plus 25% Casual Loading 
• Salary $1,220.69 p.w. (Pro Rata) WHA4 | Salary $1,249.25 p.w. (Pro Rata) WHA5
• Apply to our Candidate Pool today for available Casual, Permanent, or Temporary opportunities!   

Are you passionate about the world of theatre? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments? Look no further than this exciting opportunity to become a Theatre Technician at the renowned Flinders Medical Centre!

About the role: 

In this dynamic role, you'll play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth running of our state-of-the-art theatres. From setting up surgical equipment to maintaining a sterile environment, your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will directly contribute to providing exceptional patient care. As a Theatre Technician, you'll be part of a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, working together to deliver high-quality surgical services. 

Duties for the role will include:

• General and/or specialised cleaning of areas and equipment
• Fetch and Carry Handling Tasks.
• Setting up and operating of theatre equipment
• Maintenance and checking of equipment.
• Interpreting complex instructions and procedures.
• Providing guidance and assistance within your area of expertise to other employees
• Understanding and applying quality control techniques

About you:

To excel in this position, you'll need to possess excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. An AQF Certificate III relevant to the position is required but this does not preclude you from submitting an application. Previous experience within an operating room environment would be advantageous, previous Healthcare experience would also be beneficial.

Please Note: Your classification level will be determined on appointment based on experience and requirements.

Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

Our Team: 

With a team of over 550 staff, it is rewarding work. We work hard to have a team culture that enables everyone to exercise their judgement and display initiative in their work, we also encourage a collaborative environment where our staff provide assistance to each other, share knowledge and best practice.

Why Work with us?

You will have the ability to work with minimal supervision and as an effective team member, exercise judgement on day-to-day tasks and have a flexible approach to your work and routine. The hotel services division offers the opportunity to connect with new people every day and put your interpersonal skills to excellent use.

This is all in addition to the standard benefits of working for SALHN including:

• Access to Salary packaging to pay for things like mortgage or rent before tax, increasing your take home salary
• A range of flexible work arrangements for staff; and
• Living and working in the Southern region offers a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle where you can achieve a great work-life balance.

Please Note: Your application will remain on file until 28 February 2027 and will be considered when vacant positions become available.

For further information regarding this role, contact: SALHN Hotel Services on HealthSALHNHotelServices@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Wednesday 30 September 2026

Attachments:

• WHA4 Theatre Technician Role Description
• WHA5 Theatre Technician Role Description
• Australian applicant guidelines
• International applicant guidelines

Applicant Information:

• We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.  Job ref: 927006