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Join to apply for the Senior Technician - Electronics role at the Child and Adolescent Health Service. Vacancy Reference No. 708346 This is a pool for permanent fulltime, permanent parttime, fixedterm fulltime, fixedterm parttime appointments with the possibility of extension or permanency. We currently have two fixedterm fulltime opportunities available for immediate appointment. About The Role As a Senior Technician Electronics, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of biomedical equipment across Perth Childrens Hospital. You will undertake both preventative and reactive maintenance on a diverse range of medical devices including patient monitors, ventilators, stretchers, gas flow and suction regulators, gas blending systems, and infusion pumps. The equipment is electronic, but mechanical skills are also highly valued. Working as part of a skilled and supportive team, you will maintain equipment in accordance with MTMU procedures, TGA regulations, and manufacturer recommendations; utilise maintenance data to triage and prioritise repairs, maintain service continuity, and enable the delivery of highquality healthcare and clinical excellence. Key Responsibilities Carry out maintenance, repair, performance testing and quality assurance of specialised medical, surgical and scientific equipment. Provide timely technical support and afterhours emergency maintenance services as required. Deliver advice and training to clinical and hospital staff on the safe and effective use of medical equipment. Maintain accurate equipment records and ensure compliance with quality management and safety standards. Keep uptodate knowledge of relevant medical technologies, faultfinding techniques and safety procedures. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support departmental quality audits and documentation. Assist with the design and construction of electromechanical systems as required. About Our Team The Medical Equipment Management Unit (MEMU) provides specialised engineering and technical support for a wide range of biomedical and diagnostic devices across Perth Childrens Hospital and associated sites. Our department supports a large and varied equipment portfolio over 24,000 medical devices valued at more than $107million, spanning 167 sites. We play a vital role in supporting critical care areas such as the Neonatal Transport Unit, Surgical Theatres, Intensive Care Unit, wards, and outpatient clinics. Whether your expertise lies in electronics or mechanical, applicants with skills across both areas will be highly valued. How To Apply We welcome your application via the Apply for Job button on this page. Your application should contain the following: A statement addressing the selection criteria as per the Job Description Form (23 pages maximum). A copy of your current CV outlining your most recent and relevant work experience. The name, email and contact details of two referees. Selection Criteria See the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). Eligibility to Apply To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixedterm appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments). WA Health requires all applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and, where applicable, a workingwithchildren check and a preemployment health assessment. Equal Opportunities WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. We also support the growth of our Aboriginal workforce, in line with the WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. Applicants may be subject to a preemployment health assessment and a criminal record check. Referees may be requested to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Adverse information does not automatically disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. Contact For specific questions related to this role, contact David Anthony, Director, Medical Technology Unit at 0864563240 or [email protected]. For assistance with the online application, contact Employee Services at 134477 during business hours. #J-18808-Ljbffr