Head Theatre Technician at Ramsay Health Care

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Mentoring, Surgical Equipment Maintenance, Perioperative Care, Inventory Management, Interpersonal Communication, Technical Support, Operating Theatre Protocols, Clinical Coordination, Troubleshooting

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description The Avenue Private is an advanced 152- bed surgical and medical hospital located in the inner-city suburb of Windsor. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care. Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. Job Description 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/Health Services Assistant or equivalent Proven experience as a Theatre Technician, with leadership or supervisory experience in a perioperative environment. Strong knowledge of surgical equipment, instrumentation, and operating theatre protocols Strong interpersonal and communication skills Comfortable working in a diverse team Flexibility to work a rotating roster will be key to this role 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. Additional Information Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months. According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases. Apply: All applications must be lodged online. Applications close: 17th August 2026 Reference number: JR114615 Please Note: Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of theatre technicians to ensure the smooth operation and technical excellence of operating theatres. Oversee the preparation, maintenance, and inventory of surgical equipment while coordinating with clinical staff to support surgical procedures.