Operations Assistant - Canterbury Hospital

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (20 hours per week)

Position Classification: Operations Assistant

Remuneration: $33.83 - $34.72 per hour + annual leave loading + Superannuation

Location: Canterbury Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ690743

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our vision is excellence in health and healthcare for all!

Canterbury Hospital is committed to providing high quality healthcare services to our local community, focused on patient and family-centred care. Since opening in 1929 our hospital continues to grow to meet the changing needs of our community and incorporate new models of care.

The Operations Assistant provides support services to the activities in the Perioperative Department by the performance of any or all of the tasks assigned to this position and contributing to the achievement of safe patient outcomes. Engaged in the provision of porterage, theatre linen supplies, cleaning services.

Intraoperative theatre duties including transfers of patients onto the operating table and positioning of patients.

For more information, please view the Position Description

Ideal Candidate

Previous experience in intraoperative theatre duties including transfer of patients onto the operating table and positioning of patients or willingness to learn.Ability to commit to a roster providing afternoon and evening cover 7 days a week, including night shiftSpecialised cleaning skills.

Benefits and Perks!

Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loadingOpportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney EducationAccess to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their familiesBecause we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

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Applications Close: 13 September 2026

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