Junior Radiation Engineer Grade 1
MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000
Junior Radiation Engineer
Employment Type: Ongoing, Full Time Role – 80 Hours per Fortnight
Salary: $ 83,163 - $ 86,928 per annum + Super + Salary Packaging
Outstanding candidates are encouraged to apply for positions now open at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre – a place where our normal days are extraordinary, as are the people we care for.
Peter Mac is one of a handful of integrated cancer research, education and treatment centres in the world. Each day our team strives to provide the very best in cancer care, even better treatments and potential cancer cures for all people affected by cancer.
Globally, we are facing one of the most pivotal times in the pursuit of cancer cures, and Peter Mac stands at its forefront. Together, we aim to lead a new era of cancer prevention, care and discovery, supported by state-of-the-art facilities at our new home within the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre building.
A career opportunity exists for a Trainee Electronics Engineer to become part of a highly skilled team providing 3D printing production and technical support for Peter Mac's Radiotherapy equipment including Linear Accelerators and CT Scanners at the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre in Melbourne and our centres in Moorabbin, Box Hill, Bendigo and Sunshine.
The successful applicant will be required to participate in a roster system which includes some weekend and shift work. There will be the opportunity to take part in ongoing hands-on-training and mentoring with in the experienced Radiation Engineering team
Applicants should have a Diploma or higher qualification in Electronic Engineering coupled with good mechanical aptitude and 3D printing skills, experience in programming and CAD is desirable. A Victorian driver’s licence is required.
We are looking for a versatile, self-motivated individual who would enjoy working in a small team and have a strong desire to learn new concepts.
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 journey 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, monthly ADO’s and purchased leave options
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements
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 require a valid Working with Children Check. Many staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, COVID-19, influenza, and a range of other diseases.
For further information about this opportunity, please review the position description or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: Brad Shilling
Email: Brad.Shilling@petermac.org
Applications close 11:59pm: Monday 24 August 2026
Position Summary
To take part in the 3D Printing manufacturing process for DRO related devices and assist in the preventative maintenance on Radiotherapy treatment and associated systems
Enterprise Agreement
Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2026
Classification or Salary Range
RT12 - RT13
Immunisation Risk Category
Immunisation Category B
Key Relationships
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Skills
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Key Accountabilities
| Key Accountabilities | Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators |
| 1. Participate in the 3D printing manufacturing process |
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| 2. Assist with the maintenance of PeterMac Radiotherapy treatment Systems to provide optimum treatment availability |
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| 3. Maintain equipment to obtain maximum serviceable life |
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| 4. Contribute to the Radiation Engineering maintenance reports and database |
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| 5. Maintain stock level |
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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.