Team Leader – Sterilisation Services Department (SSD)

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Team Leader – Sterilisation Services Department (SSD)

Salary: HSO Level G4 $90,666 - $96,409 p.a pro rata (plus 12% superannuation)

Location: Bunbury

Unit/Division: WACHS - South West > Bunbury Regional Hospital

Work Type: Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Position No: 00610067

Closing Date: 2026-07-23 4:00 PM

Please note: Effective 1 July 2026, the HSO salary rates will increase. The advertised salary range for this position will be updated to $94,666 - $100,024 p.a pro rata (plus 12% superannuation)

Working at Bunbury Regional Hospital

Australia’s South West – Destination Bunbury

This vacancy is available as a Permanent or Fixed Term appointment at various hours per fortnight. Fixed Term includes the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Position Profile: The Team Leader – Sterilisation Services is responsible for ensuring the safe, effective and efficient operation of the Sterilisation Services Department (SSD), including the decontamination, disinfection and sterilisation of reusable medical and surgical instruments and equipment. The role provides day-to-day operational leadership, including supervision, coordination and development of staff, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, policies and infection control requirements. The position also supports continuous quality improvement, staff capability development and the maintenance of a safe and high-performing work environment.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Area Profile: The South West is located in the southern-western corner of Australia and covers an area of nearly 24,000 square kilometres. It is Western Australia’s most popular tourist destination and has unique biodiversity and a rich natural environment. The Regional Health Service offers two (2) main health facilities at Bunbury and Busselton. The Health Service is also widely supported with a network of smaller hospitals and Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) sites at: Augusta, Boyup Brook, Bridgetown, Collie, Donnybrook, Harvey, Margaret River, Nannup, Northcliffe, Pemberton and Warren.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here

Access to generous salary packaging arrangements

Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible leave arrangements

Other professional and location based allowances

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (JDF) to review the Work Related Requirements to be addressed in application. (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Jeanette Nairn on 08 9722 1255.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

How to Apply

If this role is what you are looking for, apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page and provide:

A cover letter of 2-3 pages addressing each of the Work Related Requirements outlined in the attached JDF,

A current resume or CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role,

The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferable for one to be your current supervisor or manager

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

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