Sterilising Technician at University of Otago

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Sep, 26

Salary

73640.0

Posted On

01 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Decontamination, Sterilisation, Infection Prevention, Attention To Detail, Communication, Organisational Skills, Computer Literacy, Quality Control

Industry

Research Services

Description

__________ FACULTY OF DENTISTRY | TE KAUPEKA PŪNIHO CLINICAL SERVICES Are you looking for an opportunity to join a supportive and professional team within one of New Zealand's leading tertiary healthcare environments? The Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Otago is seeking a motivated and reliable Sterilising technician/ assistant to join our Sterilising Services team. The role | Te mahi Our Sterilising Services Department is a fast-paced and essential service that supports both patient care and student learning within the Faculty of Dentistry. You will be responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilisation, and distribution of dental instruments and equipment used throughout the Dental School's clinical and teaching programmes. Working closely with clinical and academic staff, you will play a critical role in ensuring instruments are processed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and infection prevention. Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako We are ideally looking for a sterilising technician; however, we are open to receiving applications from individuals who may be interested in developing a career in sterilising services. To be successful in this role, you will have: • Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality • The ability to work effectively in a busy team environment • Good communication and organisational skills • A positive attitude and willingness to learn • The ability to follow procedures and maintain high standards of infection prevention and control • Basic computer skills and confidence using digital systems • Desirable • Current or previous experience in a sterilising services environment • Qualification in Sterilising Technology (or willingness to undertake training) • Knowledge of infection prevention and sterilisation standards If you are reliable, organised, and take pride in maintaining high standards, we would love to hear from you. Further details | Pūroko This is a full time (37.5), academic year only (44 weeks), permanent position, based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The appointment range for the sterilising technician role is $63,508 to $68,185. Tope of range is $73,640. The appointment range for the sterilising assistant role is $59,494 to $63,000. Top of range is $68,847. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role. For any further queries or to discuss the role in confidence, please contact Kelly Swale via the contact details below. Application | Tono To submit your application (including CV and cover letter), please click on the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2600995 will close on Wednesday, 8 July 2026. Applications may be reviewed as submitted and candidates invited for interview. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time. Additional Information Contact: Kelly Swale Position details: Sterilising Technician or Sterilising Assistant Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin

Responsibilities

Responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, and distribution of dental instruments and equipment. Ensures all tools are processed to high safety and infection prevention standards to support patient care and student learning.