Biomedical Engineer Class 4
MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Senior Biomedical Engineer
• Ongoing, Full Time Role
• 80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADOs
• $111,905.56 to $121,209.40 base salary + salary packaging + super + 5-weeks annual leave
About the role
You will provide biomedical engineering support across a range of services for the Peter Mac Cancer Centre, primarily at its VCCC campus (and other sites as required) to ensure quality assurance and safety of general medical devices as well as specialised equipment used for brachytherapy and radiation dosimetry.
Duties include supervising and performing repair and preventive maintenance of medical, electrical, electronic, Radiotherapy and scientific equipment; equipment calibration; and participation in design and development projects. Please note that some equipment requires special heavy lifting procedures.
About you
You will have good communication skills with a demonstratable ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
You'll bring with you:
• Master’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering or Equivalent
• Excellent knowledge of medical devices and patient-related electrical equipment.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making ability.
• Excellent knowledge of electronics repair and IT network troubleshooting.
• Excellent Knowledge of asset lifecycle management.
• Good knowledge of IT technology, cyber security, and programming languages
• Good knowledge of the design and development of new electronic and medical devices.
• Proven experience working on EMR integration and medical device networking projects.
• Proven experience in managing project and completing on time.
• Experience working with medical devices
• Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards and TGA framework
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• Discounted health insurance and eye care
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
• Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
• Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
• Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, purchased leave options & ADOs
• Flexible, hybrid working practices
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: Prem Krishnan
Email: Prem.Krishnan@petermac.org
Applications Close: 11:59PM, Monday 18 May 2026
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Position Summary
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Full time Senior Biomedical Engineer To provide biomedical engineering support across a range of services for the Peter Mac Cancer Centre, primarily at its VCCC campus (and other sites as required). |
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To ensure quality assurance and safety of general medical devices as well as specialised equipment used for brachytherapy and radiation dosimetry. |
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Duties include supervising and performing repair and preventive maintenance of medical, electrical, electronic, Radiotherapy and scientific equipment; equipment calibration; and participation in design and development projects. Please note that some equipment requires special heavy lifting procedures. |
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To provide expert advice in Medical device IT and EMR integration including cybersecurity and asset management frameworks. |
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Ability to work independently and lead a multidisciplinary team Ability to document and report on work Ability to write policy documents using existing hospital framework |
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Good communication skills |
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All positions will require some out of hour’s duties, which may include weekend work. |
Enterprise Agreement
Classification or Salary Range
Class 4 Year 1 to Class 4 Year 3
Immunisation Risk Category
Key Relationships
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Nurse Unit Managers Procurement Facilities Management Clinical Staff Physics Staff Campus Lead Physicist Director, Department of Physical Sciences Operational Business Manager Medical Staff Radiation Safety Officer Radiation Therapy Staff Engineering Staff |
| External | UoM, RMIT, Swinburne, Monash |
Skills
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| Desirable Requirements |
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Key Accountabilities
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Key Accountabilities (Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators) |
Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators |
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1. Supervises and participates actively in all Biomedical Services and Activities |
Acceptance, preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and disposal of medical equipment. Follows department guidelines and training to complete assigned tasks. Supervise a small team of Engineers and technicians with day-to-day activities. Complete task, projects, and policy documents under the direction of a Chief engineer Maintain traceability and transparency on all works performed using a medical device database. Supervise and engages in site-wide Electrical safety testing of Medical devices Supervise and engage in Site wide Electrical area testing Maintain excellent KPI and complete tasks and projects on time. Leads and actively manages Biomed integration and installation projects, Organize project meeting
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Key Accountabilities (Contd..)
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2. Works Effectively |
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3. Equipment Handling |
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4. Contributes positively to team, department, and organization |
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5. Quality Improvement |
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
- Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
- Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
- We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.