Central Sterile Services Department Manager

Pay:

$100,000-$105,000 + super (experience-based) + up to $10,000 relocation assistance

Location:

Bruce, ACT (Canberra)

Employment Type:

Full-time, salaried

Tradewind Australia is partnering with a

Private Hospital

to recruit an experienced

CSSD Manager

to lead the Central Sterile Services Department. This is a key leadership role within the hospital, responsible for ensuring safe, compliant and efficient sterilisation services that directly support patient care and surgical outcomes.

This role will suit someone who knows sterilisation inside out, is confident leading people, and understands the importance of compliance, workflow and clear communication in a hospital environment.

About the Role As the CSSD Manager, you will oversee the full operation of the sterilising department, ensuring all reusable medical devices are processed in line with

AS 5369:2023 . You will lead and develop the CSSD team, manage workflows and resources, and work closely with perioperative, theatre and infection control teams.

You will be accountable for safety, compliance, staff performance and ensuring CSSD operations support theatre activity without delays.

Benefits

$100,000-$105,000 + super (experience-based)

Up to

$10,000 relocation assistance

Leadership role within a respected private hospital

Supportive perioperative and executive leadership

Opportunity to lead a critical clinical support service

Key Responsibilities

Lead, supervise and support the CSSD team

Manage rostering and staffing to meet hospital demand

Oversee the full sterilisation cycle: cleaning, inspection, packing, sterilisation, tracking and issue

Ensure compliance with AS 5369:2023 and infection control standards

Manage audits, reporting, documentation and GAP analysis

Coordinate stock control, ordering and equipment maintenance

Work closely with theatre, infection control and clinical teams

Support staff training, coaching and ongoing development

Assist with budget and cost centre management alongside the Perioperative Manager

What You'll Bring Essential

Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services or relevant clinical background

Strong working knowledge of AS 5369:2023, including audit and GAP analysis experience

Proven experience leading teams and managing a department

Understanding of budgets and P&L

Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Desirable

Tertiary qualifications in management

Previous experience meeting departmental KPIs

About Tradewind Australia Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency, recognised nationally for delivering an exceptional candidate experience across health, social and community services.

We partner closely with organisations to ensure the right cultural and skills-based fit, supporting candidates throughout the entire recruitment journey.

What sets Tradewind apart:

Specialist consultants with deep sector knowledge

Honest, transparent communication

Insight into leadership, culture and expectations

Ongoing support before and after placement

We focus on people, not just positions.

Apply Now If you're an experienced CSSD professional ready to step into a leadership role within a values-driven hospital, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV, or contact our team for a confidential discussion at

keelan.gand-hunt@twrecruitment.com.au or on

1800 989 025 .

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