Simulation Assistant
Townsville - Australia
Job Summary
About the role
The Simulation Assistant role plays a vital role in supporting program faculty to deliver a range of simulation activities by ensuring the preparation maintenance and logistic operations of simulation equipment and environments. This role contributes to the smooth operation of simulation services within Mater Education facilities.
Salary range: $32.02 - $34.52 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15900 access to many staff benefits!
What youll be doing
Promote and provide an effective and safe working environment by managing and maintaining the physical environment of the simulation areas under the supervision of the Simulation Leader. The main duties of the role will include:
- Prepare simulated environments equipment and resources in accordance with activity requirements including rooms equipment resources consumables and documentation
- Coordinate with program faculty to understand specific simulation needs
- Dismantle the simulated environment ensuring all equipment is appropriately cleaned checked and stored
- Utilise primary level technical proficiency to support aspects of equipment operation maintenance troubleshooting and repair for simulation resources
- Conduct simulation equipment preventive and scheduled maintenance pre and post use inspection as per organisation and manufacturers instructions to ensure functionality and safety standards are maintained
- Order and maintain consumables stores and simulation resources
- Keep accurate records of inventory levels and usage to ensure adequate supplies are always available
- Undertake administrative duties and maintain good working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders
About you
To be successful in this role you will bring experience and skills that include:
- Experience working in a healthcare environment (desirable but not essential)
- Exposure to simulation-based education (desirable but not essential)
- Equipment cleaning and routine maintenance
- Stock ordering and imprest system management
- Basic computer proficiency
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively contributing positively within a team environment
Why join us
Were looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton youll be part of a tight-knit and purpose-driven organisation that values innovation compassion and excellence.
- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining retail travel accommodation (just to name a few!)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient discounted on-site parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- Join Queenslands Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER
Applications close Thursday 28th May2026 please note we may contact applicants prior to the closing date please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW.
Direct applications only we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete preemployment checks (including criminal history working rights medical and working with children checks).
Mater offers a safe supportive flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.
Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Mater brings together collective expertise across Health, Education and Research to improve the health and wellbeing of Queenslanders. Queensland’s largest not-for-profit hospital network, Mater operates 11 hospitals across the state and delivers healthcare to Queenslanders in their o ... View more