The Health Service Executive is recruiting a Theatre Operative for its Surgical Hub in Dublin North. This permanent, wholetime role supports critical perioperative workflows and patient care within a busy surgical environment. Candidates with Operating Department Care Skills and theatre experience are especially encouraged to apply.
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Key Responsibilities
• Assist in the preparation of operating theatres and perioperative areas
• Support surgical teams with the safe movement and positioning of patients
• Manage surgical instruments, equipment and supplies according to protocol
• Maintain theatre cleanliness, hygiene standards and infection-prevention practices
• Ensure efficient turnaround between cases and effective stock management
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members
• Uphold all HSE patient safety, privacy and clinical governance requirements
Required Skills & Qualifications
• FETAC Level 5 – Operating Department Care Skills Module (mandatory)
• Experience or special interest in a perioperative/operating theatre environment
• Strong understanding of theatre safety, infection control and manual-handling practices
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced acute setting
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organisational skills
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Grade: Theatre Operative (6013)
Contract: Permanent Wholetime
Annual Salary Scale (1 August 2025):
€41,117 – €48,064 (7 points)
Benefits include:
• Comprehensive HSE pension scheme
• Paid leave entitlements
• Access to education and career-development supports
• Structured incremental salary progression
Location & Employer Information
This role is based within the HSE Dublin and North East region, serving Dublin North.
The Health Service Executive (HSE) is Ireland’s national public health service, providing acute, community and specialist care across the country.
Application Details
Closing date: 19 December 2025 at 17:00
Informal enquiries:
Siobhan Lines, Director of Nursing
Email: [email protected]
