Radiation Engineer Grade 1

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
 
YOUR ROLE IN THE FUTURE
Radiation Engineer Grade 1
Fixed Term, Full-Time (80 hours per fortnight)
 
An exciting career opportunity is available for a Trainee Electronics Engineer to join a highly skilled Radiation Engineering team at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. This role provides technical support for state-of-the-art Radiotherapy equipment, including Linear Accelerators and CT Scanners, primarily based at the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre (VCCC) in Melbourne, with support across additional sites in Moorabbin, Box Hill, Bendigo, and Sunshine.
 
The successful applicant will participate in a rotating roster, which includes some shift and weekend work. This position offers extensive hands-on training and mentoring within an experienced and supportive Radiation Engineering team.
 
Key Requirements
•    Diploma or higher qualification in Electronic Engineering
•    Strong mechanical aptitude and practical technical skills
•    Experience with programming and 3D printing is desirable
•    A current Victorian Driver’s Licence is essential
 
About You
You will be a self-motivated, adaptable individual who enjoys working collaboratively within a small team and demonstrates a strong willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.

Remuneration as per Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026. RADIATIONEGNR-PMCC Grade 1 (RT12): $83,163.60 - (RT13): $86,928.40 (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time) dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager. 

Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
· Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
· Discounted health insurance and eye care
· A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
· Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
· Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
· Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
· Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, monthly ADOs and purchased leave options
· Flexible, hybrid working arrangements
 
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
 
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you, we warmly invite you to apply and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check, and may require a valid Working with Children Check. Many staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, influenza, and a range of other diseases.
Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed.
 
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
 
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. 
Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: Bradley Shilling, Manager Radiation Engineering
Contact Number: 03 855 95095 
Email: [email protected] 
 
Applications Close: 11:59PM, Wednesday 04 March 2026

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.


• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.


• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.