Operations Assistant

Operations Assistant – Perioperative Unit Remuneration: $32.53 - $33.38 Per Hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Manning Base Hospital Employment Type: Casual Position Classification: Operations Assistant - Others Applications Close: Thursday, 18th December 2025 About the Role We are seeking a motivated and reliable Operations Assistant to join our busy Perioperative Unit within Hunter New England Local Health District. You will work within a dynamic surgical environment that supports multiple specialties across three theatres and one procedure room. This role is essential to maintaining safe, efficient and high-quality perioperative care for our community. A typical day includes preparing theatres, assembling and checking equipment, assisting with patient positioning, and resetting areas between cases. You will transport patients, specimens and equipment, support clinical workflows and ensure the surgical list progresses smoothly. The role is fast-paced, active and requires strong situational awareness and adaptability. About Us Our Perioperative Unit operates within a collaborative, patient-focused environment guided by ACORN standards, NSW Health policies and the Excellence Framework. We take pride in delivering safe, evidence-based care and maintaining a workplace that is respectful, inclusive and supportive. Our multidisciplinary team values communication, professionalism and teamwork. Staff are encouraged to ask questions, seek guidance, and contribute to continuous improvement. New team members are welcomed and supported as they build their skills and confidence in the perioperative setting. About You You will be someone who is proactive, calm under pressure and committed to supporting safe patient care. You enjoy working in a hands-on, team-based environment and are ready to assist clinical staff to ensure high-quality surgical care. You Must Bring Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team Reliability, professionalism and a commitment to patient safety Understanding of, or willingness to follow, infection control and hospital procedures Ability to work a rotating roster including weekends and on-call Physical capacity for manual handling, patient transfers and equipment movement You Can Learn On The Job Theatre-specific workflows and clinical expectations Equipment setup, pack-down and maintenance Endoscope cleaning and care Environmental cleaning aligned with ACORN standards Perioperative logistics and campus navigation What We Can Offer You You will receive a comprehensive orientation tailored to the perioperative environment, including: Introduction to theatre layouts, workflows and key staff Hands-on supervision with an experienced Operations Assistant or mentor Manual handling and infection prevention training Education on ACORN Standards Training in endoscope cleaning and equipment readiness Ongoing support will be available through the Nurse Unit Manager, Team Leader, in-service education, mandatory training, and opportunities for further professional development. Staff are encouraged to expand their skills, participate in quality improvement initiatives and build a rewarding career in perioperative services. Additional Information To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Information for Applicants This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. We strongly encourage applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to apply. Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. For role related queries or questions contact Cheryl Tenbosch on Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position #J-18808-Ljbffr