Take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity within Clinical Excellence Queensland. As the Principal Project Officer you will manage statewide improvement initiatives, applying quality improvement methodology for Patient Safety and Quality (PSQ). This is a fixed-term temporary opportunity until January 2026 located in Herston, Brisbane. Enjoy work-life balance with flexible full-time hours!

Job details

What you'll do

As the Principal Project Officer you will manage statewide improvement initiatives, applying quality improvement methodology for Patient Safety and Quality (PSQ). Your key responsibilities will include: 

• Facilitate the development and enhancement of Hospital and Health Service staff knowledge, skills and application of quality improvement methods.
• Guide the application of quality improvement methodology to improve the quality of health care in identified high priority areas.
• Manage the definition, documentation and successful completion of the high-quality and high-impact interventions in a clinical environment in line with Queensland Health project management methodologies.
• Promote and ensure the use of appropriate project management and change management techniques, methodologies and tools, including benefits realisation and risk and issue management, to ensure quality project outcomes are delivered.

About you

We are searching for someone who has:

• Experience in the application of quality improvement / redesign methodology in complex health service settings.
• Proven experience in the management of large-scale complex projects through all phases of the project life cycle in a clinical environment applying project management and change management methodologies.
• Experience in stakeholder relationship management to support effective business change, including the ability to initiate relationships and influence key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated high level analytical, planning and evaluation skills including the ability to effectively integrate related activities to achieve project deliverables and outcomes.

Whilst not mandatory, clinical knowledge would be an advantage for this role and a background in nursing would be highly regarded.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes:

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• 38 hour full time work week
• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Professional development

• Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
• Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
• Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. 

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis (temporary; full time or part time).

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CEQ640071 Principal Project Officer, Improvement AO7 RD (PDF, 523KB)
  Role Description
  
  QH Information for Applicants (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants