Biomedical Technologist Grade 1

Req ID: 7008

Date: 13 Mar 2026

Site: VCCC (Parkville)

Location:

MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000

Company: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

Unit: Biomedical Engineering

Division: Chief Financial Officer

Department: Infrastructure and Capital

Enterprise Agreement:

Biomedical Engineering

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

Biomedical Technologist Grade 1

Casual position available (parental leave coverage)
Grade 1: BT20 - BT23 ($32.74 to $35.41 per hour + applicable casual loading)

About the role

You will provide biomedical technical 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 the repair and preventive maintenance of electrical, electronic and scientific equipment; equipment calibration; and participation in design and development projects. Please note that some equipment requires special 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:

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science / Engineering
Some experience working with medical devices
Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards and TGA framework
Good problem solving and decision-making ability
Good knowledge of electronics repair
Ability to document and report on work
Flexibility to participate in a variety of Biomedical Engineering work and activities, including out of hours duties, early, late and weekend shifts, on call roster and emergency shifts

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: 29 March 2026
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Position Summary

To provide biomedical technical 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 the repair and preventive maintenance of electrical, electronic and scientific equipment; equipment calibration; and participation in design and development projects. Please note that some equipment requires special lifting procedures.

Enterprise Agreement

Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2025

Classification or Salary Range

Grade 1 Year 1 to Grade 1 Year 4

Immunisation Risk Category

Immunisation Category A

Key Relationships

Internal	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 and Medical device suppliers

Education

Diploma of Biomedical Science

Bachelor of Engineering

Skills

Essential Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science / Engineering
Some experience working with medical devices
Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards and TGA framework
Good problem solving and decision-making ability
Good knowledge of electronics repair
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Ability to document and report on work
Good communication skills
Flexibility to participate in a variety of Biomedical Engineering work and activities, including out of hours duties, early, late and weekend shifts, on call roster and emergency shifts

Desirable Requirements

Previous experience in a hospital setting
Good knowledge of medical technologies, Electrical and Electronics.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities	Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
1. Participates actively in all Biomedical Services and Activities	Engages in core and specialised clinical services under the direction of a supervising engineer Proactively assists senior Engineers with biomedical projects Engages in full range of technical services for medical devices. Acceptance, preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and disposal of medical equipment. Maintains traceability and transparency on all works performed using medical device database. Site wide Electrical safety testing of Medical devices and site wide Electrical area testing Observes and assists supervising engineer with equipment related technical and scientific support consultation and advice problem solving and user support Participates in commissioning team under the direction of a supervising engineer Assists Chief Engineer in market and new technologies research Follows department guidelines and training to complete all assigned tasks
2. Works Effectively	Follows department guidelines on record keeping and storage of service related documents. Follows work flows as supervised by Chief engineer on all works carried out in the biomedical engineering workshop. Works with awareness and exercises sound judgement, including seeking help when required/recognising own limitations Maintains quality requirements and actively seeks to improve quality
3. Equipment Handling	Handles biomed equipment with care Uses test equipment appropriately Reports loss or damage to equipment Updates equipment database as required
4. Contributes positively to team, department and organisation	Participates in and contributes to Departmental, Team and Project Meetings Department Newsletters Webpage Communicates effectively and professionally andndash this includes both verbal and written communication andndash within and outside the team, department and organisation. Shares knowledge Represents Biomedical Engineering and self in a professional manner

Key Accountabilities (Contd..)

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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.