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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology 

• Salary: TGO1 - $48,788 - $70,032 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Salary: TGO2 - $74,128 - $78,700 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide SA, 5000
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 12 months 

About the role

Are you a motivated technical professional looking to apply your expertise in a dynamic environment? We are seeking a Technical Officer (TGO1/TGO2) to join our team, with classification determined by your experience and skill level. In this role, you’ll engage in a variety of technical activities, whether working independently or as part of a team. Depending on your expertise, you may also take on leadership responsibilities for minor technical projects, applying technical judgement to support research, operations, and project programs. Your ability to analyse challenges, follow standardised practices, and contribute innovative solutions will be highly valued.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career, whether you’re building hands-on experience (TGO1) or stepping into a supervisory position with reporting and decision-making responsibilities (TGO2). You’ll play a key role in ensuring technical excellence, providing insights into equipment, procedures, and processes. If you have a passion for technical work, a keen eye for detail, and the drive to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

About You

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Technical Officer (TGO1/TGO2) who thrives in a laboratory environment and is eager to contribute to high-quality outcomes. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Strong technical skills & experience – Demonstrated laboratory experience, including troubleshooting, problem resolution, and meeting client requirements.
• Excellent organisational & communication abilities – Proven ability to manage workloads, meet deadlines, prepare reports, and communicate effectively within a team.
• A proactive & customer-focused approach – Ability to work under limited supervision, use initiative to solve problems, and provide outstanding customer service.
• Sound knowledge & adherence to standards – Understanding of diagnostic laboratory practices, quality principles, and Work Health & Safety procedures.

If you’re ready to apply your expertise in a dynamic role with growth opportunities, we’d love to hear from you!

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Attractive salary packaging available
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. 

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position. 

Job ref: 892317

Enquiries to:

Amy Brunato

Telephone: 82223438

Email: amy.brunato@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Wednesday 31st December 2025

Attachments

 892317 TGO1 Standard Role Description SA Pathology - Technical Officer.pdf

 892317 TGO2 Standard Role Description SA Pathology - Technical Officer.pdf

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