Operating Theatre Assistant

About your employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a supportive, team‑focused environment within a modern tertiary hospital. Staff are part of a collaborative workplace where on‑the‑job training, skill development and clear pathways for career progression are encouraged.

Located in beautiful North Queensland, Townsville offers affordable living, short commutes, and a relaxed lifestyle with access to coastal, rural and urban communities. We prioritise employee wellbeing through flexible work options, strong team culture and stable, long‑term employment.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• On-call and shift allowances (where applicable)
• Plus great salary packaging options to increase take-home pay

About your opportunity

In this role you will support nursing, medical and surgical staff across the 15 operating theatre complex and surrounding areas to ensure a safe and efficient work environment. The role involves frequent and repetitive lifting, manual handling of medical equipment and patients, with appropriate training provided. This position requires continuous shift work, including AM, PM and night shifts on a rotating roster.

Requirements

The appointee will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries: David Murdoch on (07) 4433 4326.

Apply ONLINE: https:// apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV679724

Applications close: Thursday, 23 April 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.