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Theatre Coordinator
Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. Herston
Permanent full time opportunity to be responsible for overseeing the delivery of cleaning, patient assistance, and porterage services across the Operating Theatres, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Burns Unit at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH). The role ensures services are provided to a consistently high standard, directly supporting clinical functions and patient care outcomes. This position leads and supports the theatre afternoon staff, including Theatre Support Officers (OO3) and Patient Support Officers (OO2).
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Health Service Support |
| Classification | OO4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RBH687470 |
| Closing date | 28-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent full time |
| Contact person | Kate Kneubuhler |
| Contact details | (07) 3646 2447 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
Permanent full time opportunity to be responsible for overseeing the delivery of cleaning, patient assistance, and porterage services across the Operating Theatres, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Burns Unit at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital (RBWH). The role ensures services are provided to a consistently high standard, directly supporting clinical functions and patient care outcomes. This position leads and supports the theatre afternoon staff, including Theatre Support Officers (OO3) and Patient Support Officers (OO2).
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Oversee and coordinate the cleaning and patient support activities across RBWH Operating Theatres, ICU and Burns Unit, ensuring services are delivered efficiently, safely, and in line with Queensland Health guidelines.
- Lead, support and mentor a large workforce across multiple classifications, including performance management, recognition, and capability building.
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise the mandatory training for Theatre Support Officers and new trainees, including patient handling, infection control, cleaning standards, and fire safety.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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