Sterilising Technician

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FACULTY OF DENTISTRY | TE KAUPEKA PUNIHO
CLINICAL SERVICES

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a supportive and professional team within one of New Zealand's leading tertiary healthcare environments?

The Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Otago is seeking a motivated and reliable Sterilising technician/ assistant to join our Sterilising Services team.

The role | Te mahi

Our Sterilising Services Department is a fast-paced and essential service that supports both patient care and student learning within the Faculty of Dentistry. You will be responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilisation, and distribution of dental instruments and equipment used throughout the Dental School's clinical and teaching programmes.

Working closely with clinical and academic staff, you will play a critical role in ensuring instruments are processed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and infection prevention.

Your skills and experience | Ka pukeka me ka wheako

We are ideally looking for a sterilising technician; however, we are open to receiving applications from individuals who may be interested in developing a career in sterilising services.

To be successful in this role, you will have:
Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality
The ability to work effectively in a busy team environment
Good communication and organisational skills
A positive attitude and willingness to learn
The ability to follow procedures and maintain high standards of infection prevention and control
Basic computer skills and confidence using digital systems
Desirable
Current or previous experience in a sterilising services environment
Qualification in Sterilising Technology (or willingness to undertake training)
Knowledge of infection prevention and sterilisation standards

If you are reliable, organised, and take pride in maintaining high standards, we would love to hear from you.

Further details | Puroko

This is a full time (37.5), academic year only (44 weeks), permanent position, based in Otepoti, Dunedin.

The appointment range for the sterilising technician role is $63,508 to $68,185. Tope of range is $73,640.

The appointment range for the sterilising assistant role is $59,494 to $63,000. Top of range is $68,847.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.

For any further queries or to discuss the role in confidence, please contact Kelly Swale via the contact details below.

Application | Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter), please click on the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2600995 will close on Wednesday, 8 July 2026.

Applications may be reviewed as submitted and candidates invited for interview. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.

Additional Information

Contact: Kelly Swale

Position details: Sterilising Technician or Sterilising Assistant

Further Information: Department Website

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