Dental Technician - Digital and CAD/CAM

In-House Dental Technician (CAD Design & Full Arch)

Location: Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per year

Employment Type: Full-Time

Sponsorship: Available for qualified candidates

About Us:

Gentle Dental Hervey Bay is a leading dental clinic with a state-of-the-art in-house laboratory, specialising in advanced restorative and implant solutions. Renowned for our expertise in All-on-4 full arch restorations, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes through innovation, precision, and teamwork. Our clinic is expanding to meet high patient demand, offering a dynamic environment for passionate dental professionals.

The Role:

We are seeking a skilled Dental Technician to join our in-house laboratory in Hervey Bay, working closely with our Principal Dental Surgeon to deliver high-quality restorations. The role focuses on CAD design for full arch All-on-4 restorations, ceramics (crowns, bridges, and veneers), and implants (including custom abutments), combining digital workflows with some analogue techniques. This includes surgical planning in collaboration with dentists and production of surgical guides including fully guided stackable guides. This position emphasizes collaboration, precision, and versatility in a team-oriented setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Principal Dental Surgeon to design and fabricate restorations tailored to patient needs.
• Use Exocad, Blender for Dental, Real Guide, CoDiagnostiX, and other CAD software to design full arch All-on-4 restorations (provisionals and finals).
• Craft ceramics, including crowns, bridges, and veneers, ensuring aesthetic and functional excellence.
• Design and produce custom implant abutments and implant-supported restorations. Design and produce splints, mouthguards and whitening trays when required.
• Operate 5 axis milling machines and 3D printers for in-house production.
• Perform analogue tasks, such as waxing, casting, and finishing, and acrylic manipulations including relines as required.
• Maintain lab equipment and adhere to clinic safety and quality standards. Including complete laboratory management of workflow, consumables, equipment maintenance and job orders.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Dental Technician, with strong proficiency in Exocad and other CAD softwares.
• Expertise in full arch implant restorations (All-on-4 experience preferred). This is a primary job focus.
• Skilled in ceramics (crowns, bridges, veneers) and implant restorations, including custom abutments.
• Hands-on experience with milling, 3D printing, and analogue workflows. Complex prints for guides will be required.
• Familiarity with Blender for Dental, Real Guide, or CoDiagnostiX is a plus.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills to work closely with the Principal Dental Surgeon and delegates.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and patient satisfaction.
• Valid work authorization (sponsorship available for exceptional candidates).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: $70,000 - $80,000 plus superannuation and entitlements based on experience. Negotiable for the right candidate
• Full-time
• Sponsorship for qualified international candidates.
• Opportunity to work in a modern in-house lab with cutting-edge technology in Hervey Bay.
• Collaborative environment with direct interaction with the Principal Dental Surgeon and clinical team.
• Professional growth opportunities, including potential involvement in our clinic’s expansion.
• Be part of a high-performing practice with a strong regional reputation for implant and restorative dentistry.

Why Hervey Bay?

Hervey Bay is a vibrant coastal city in Queensland, known for its beautiful beaches, boating opportunities, and growing community. With a population of approximately 61,300 and steady growth, it’s an ideal location for professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle and a thriving career in a high-demand dental market.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and any relevant portfolio or work samples to:

[email protected]

Join our team at Gentle Dental Hervey Bay and contribute to transforming patient smiles through teamwork and innovation!

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We are excited for you to join our team to contribute to exceptional patient outcomes. We love what we do!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Dental technician: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Licence/Certification:

• Dental technician certification (Required)

Work Location: In person