Technical Officer - Whyalla

SA Health - Statewide Clinical Support Services

Whyalla, Whyalla & Eyre Peninsula SA

Laboratory & Technical Services (Science & Technology)

Casual/Vacation

$26,059 - $70,032 p.a. (pro-rata) + Casual Loading

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

TGO0 Salary $26,059 -$62,731 p.a. (pro-rata) + Casual Loading + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits

TGO1 Salary $48,788 - $70,032 p.a. (pro-rata) + Casual Loading + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits

6 Month Casual Contract - Flexible hours to align with study

About the Role

Join our regional laboratory in a dual classification Technical Officer position at TGO 0 or TGO 1 level and play an important part in a quality, multi-disciplined pathology service for the local community. At TGO 0, perform routine laboratory functions and provide direct assist to Medical Scientists, Technical Officers, Supervisors and Scientific Leaders, building a strong foundation in a supportive team. At TGO 1, work individual or collaborative, exercise and expand knowledge, and contribute to technical project work that develop applied skill and experience in a practical, hands on environment.

Across both levels, apply standard practices and procedures to support accurate and efficient diagnostic pathology. Use expertise and technical skill to assist workflow, build capability within the laboratory and maintain high professional standards in a friendly and welcoming workplace. This role offer the chance to create real impact in regional health, grow confidence with guidance from experienced colleagues and help shape a reliable service that clinicians and patients trust every day.

About You

Step into a role where your skills support trusted regional care and bring your strengths to a team that value learning and growth.

To be successful in this role you will:

Hold entry study standards for TGO 0 or Diploma for TGO 1

Value customer service and handle sensitive information

Connect easily with people and work well with colleagues

Use initiative to solve problems and manage changing workload

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.

Fiona Mills

Position: Laboratory Manager - Whyalla

Application Closing Date 11:55 pm Monday 2nd February 2026

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

Phone: 86488388 E-mail: fiona.mills@sa.gov.au