Head Theatre Technician

Join our wonderful Theatre team as a Full-Time Head Theatre Technician.

As our Head Theatre Technician, you’ll be the driving force behind the smooth operation of our operating theatres. You’ll lead a skilled team of technicians, ensuring every piece of equipment is ready, every theatre is prepared to the highest standard, and every procedure is supported with technical excellence. Your leadership will directly contribute to patient safety, surgical efficiency, and the confidence of our clinical teams.

What You'll Do

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of theatre technicians to deliver outstanding technical support across all surgical specialties

• Oversee the preparation, setup, and maintenance of surgical equipment and instruments, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and safety standards

• Coordinate with surgeons, anaesthetists, and nursing staff to anticipate and meet technical needs during procedures

• Manage equipment inventory, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting to minimise downtime

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, safety, and patient outcomes

• Support training and onboarding for new technicians, fostering a culture of learning and excellence

Your Skills and Experiences

To succeed in this role, you will be an enthusiastic individual with a passion for customer service who enjoys being part of a busy team.

You will also bring:

• Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technician Practice or other relevant accredited Theatre training program
• Recent relevant experience and understanding of issues associated with acute care/perioperative settings
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently when required
• Excellent time management skills
• Sound written & verbal communication
• Basic understanding of Infection Control principles
• Sound computer skills
• Previous experience in a management position (desirable)

What’s in it for You: 

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including: 

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy 

• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more 

• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts 

• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7 

• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services. 

Why Join Ramsay: 

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are: 

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff 

• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally 

• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.