Sterile Services Technician
Sterile Services Technician
Southern Cross Invercargill Hospital
Southern Cross Invercargill Hospital is the southernmost private surgical hospital in the Southern Cross network, it is widely known and used by people throughout the Southland and Queenstown-Wakatipu basin areas. The hospital features advanced theatre systems, including robotic orthopaedic surgery. Our highly skilled and caring team provide excellent care to 4200 patients per year. Our elective surgical services include Breast; Endoscopy and Gastroenterology; General; Gynaecology; Ophthalmology; Oral and Maxillofacial; Orthopaedic; Ear Nose and Throat; and Urology surgery.
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
Southern Cross Invercargill Hospital is seeking an experienced Sterile Services Technician to join our Theatre team in a permanent 0.8 FTE role. This is a key behind-the-scenes position that directly supports patient safety and successful surgical outcomes.
We are primarily looking for someone with solid hands-on experience who can step confidently into the role and contribute from day one. While support and training are available, this position is best suited to an established technician who brings strong technical knowledge, sound judgement, and a high standard of practice.
As part of our close-knit and supportive team, you will manage the full reprocessing lifecycle of surgical instruments and medical devices — from decontamination and inspection through to assembly, packaging, sterilisation, and distribution. You’ll work with specialised sterilising equipment, verify and document sterilisation parameters, and contribute to quality assurance, recall, and repair processes as required.
This role is ideal for someone who values precision, consistency, and teamwork, and who understands the critical role Sterile Services plays in delivering exceptional patient care.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
- NZ Certificate in Sterilisation Level 4 (or equivalent) or working towards
- Practical experience working in a Sterile Services or Sterilising Department is preferred
- Knowledge of instrumentation, reprocessing workflows, and end-to-end sterile services processes
- Demonstrated ability to safely manage contaminated instruments, including cleaning, disassembly, inspection, testing, packaging, and sterilisation
- A sound understanding of infection prevention and control, quality assurance standards, and accurate documentation
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills and a positive and team-focused approach
- Familiarity with AS 5369:2023 and relevant sterile services standards, or proven experience working to equivalent standards
- Flexible and available to work shifts, Monday – Friday
Ngā mea ka taea e mātou te tuku I a koe | What we can offer you:
- Competitive Rewards: Attractive remuneration package, relocation allowance, and employee referral bonus scheme.
- Health & Wellbeing: Funded health insurance, a comprehensive wellbeing programme, and generous Christmas/New Year breaks.
- Perks & Community: Discounts from a range of partners and the opportunity to join our Employee Network.
Ko wai matou | Our Organisation
At Southern Cross Healthcare, our purpose is clear: to advance quality healthcare across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our values shape everything we do:
- Care First – We lead with compassion, delivering care that’s deeply human through genuine manaakitanga.
- Better Together – Collaboration is our strength. We unite diverse skills and perspectives to create better outcomes for all.
- Pursue Excellence – We strive to improve, innovate, and excel every day—never settling, always aiming to deliver our best.
We’re proud to bring together over 4,000 skilled professionals—including 2,000 nurses and anaesthetic technicians—working alongside more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health experts. Together, we’re one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest and most trusted healthcare providers.
Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and foster a culturally safe environment that reflects manaakitanga and values the unique perspectives of our people. Our core value, Better Together, guides our goal to build a workforce that mirrors the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand.
If you have specific needs or would like to discuss how we can support you, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@schl.co.nz for a confidential conversation.
Haere mai, ā, mā te mahi tahi ka whai wāhi ki tētahi mea whai take, ka āwhina i ngā tāngata ki te whai oranga mā te whakaaro anō ki te tautiaki hauora
Join us, and together, each of us can be part of something important, helping people live their best lives by reimagining healthcare.
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