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 $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll 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 manufacturer’s 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

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, and at Rockhampton, we keep things personal and local. Here, we are a community-based hospital, and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton, you’ll 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 Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Applications close Thursday 28th May 2026 –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 pre‑employment 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.