Theatre Technician in Wangaratta

Part Time, Ongoing Contract 20 hours per fortnight. Enquiries for casual contracts are also welcome.

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services. We are seeking applications from suitably qualified and interested people that would like to develop their career within the operating theatre.

An operating theatre technician is an integral part of the theatre team and is responsible in partnership for the safe, efficient and competent care of clients undergoing surgery and recovery. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate sound communication, interpersonal and organizational skills and be able to work shift work including weekends. Previous experience and certification in this area would be an advantage.

Our Region: Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30,000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100,000 throughout the northeast. An easy 2 ½ hours drive on the Hume freeway from Melbourne and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most of the large Australian cities. We have over 11 schools including private Catholic and Anglican schooling options for pre-year 12. Our region is a popular destination year-round, boasting multiple national parks, picturesque small towns, award-winning restaurants, wineries and breweries. Whether you want to hike, mountain bike and ski in the mountains, paddle the rivers or cruise on the rail trails, there is something for everyone in the northeast.

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits available.
• If you have relocated permanently, you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
• 5 weeks annual leave and an additional week for any employee working 10 or more weekend shifts.
• Option to purchase additional leave if desired.
• Option to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Well-being programs and discounted corporate gym membership.
• Social Club Benefits.
• Support for our diverse workforce.

Applying for the role:

• Confirmation of Influenza Vaccination or an approved medical exemption is required upon application.
• Covid Vaccination is strongly recommended.
• Applications must address the key selection criteria from the PD.
• Employment Statutory Declaration form must be submitted with your application.
• All additional documents can be uploaded within the application after filling in the key selection criteria.
• Applications close Sunday, 25th of October 2026.