Biomedical Technology Services are looking for a Biomedical Engineer Advanced to join their team. In this role you will be responsible for the delivery of specialised biomedical engineering advice, analysis, and support services to ensure safe and effective use and management of healthcare technology.

Job details

What you'll do

• Develop, lead, and supervise provision of biomedical engineering advice, analysis and support services for an assigned service/responsibility area, including accountability for:
  • Team planning, scheduling, execution, review and reporting,
  • Line management, development, training and performance appraisal of team members, including biomedical engineering practice supervision.
• Provide support and guidance to Biomedical Technology Services (BTS) management and staff to promote the provision of safe and effective health technology management and support services across the BTS network.
• Communicate and negotiate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including clinical staff, equipment suppliers, service providers, team members and managers, to achieve service delivery objectives.
• Provide authoritative advice on the lifecycle management of health technology equipment and systems, and related regulatory compliance requirements, Australian Standards, industry codes of practice and agency policies. 
• Oversee and, as required, provide heath technology management and support services including: managing and monitoring contractor performance, repairs, planned maintenance, installation, commissioning other support for health technology equipment and systems.

About you

We are searching for someone who has:

• At least a recognised four-year Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) qualification in Engineering as recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ) is mandatory for permanent appointment to the position.
• Specialised level knowledge, expertise and skills in the contemporary standards and practice of biomedical engineering, including management and safety of health technology equipment, systems and software.
• Ability to lead and manage a team to deliver a range of biomedical engineering, biomedical ICT and health technology management services.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to apply engineering and risk management principles to solve complex health technology related problems.
• Ability to lead change through service improvement activities in biomedical engineering and health technology management. 

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes:

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Professional development

• Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
• Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
• Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. 

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• QLD642018 Biomedical Engineer Advanced RD (PDF, 1.36MB)
  Role Description
  
  QH Information for Applicants (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants