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Clinical Midwife - Core (Thursday Island)


Thursday Island

🌺Support women and families in the heart of the Torres Strait! Join Torres and Cape HHS today!

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Position status Permanent
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Health - Midwifery
Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1)
Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld
Job ad reference QLD/TC646374
Closing date 12-Aug-2025
Job duration Permanent Part Time
Contact person Abby Conry
Contact details 0427 645 437
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🌺 Clinical Midwife (Core) – Thursday Island | Permanent Part-Time (64 hrs/fortnight)

Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Abby Conry, 0427 645 437 would love to hear your story and answer any question you may have about the role.

Are you a compassionate midwife looking for a unique and fulfilling experience? We're seeking a Clinical Midwife (Core) to join our dedicated maternity team on Thursday Island, working 64 hours per fortnight in a permanent part-time role.

Support women and families in the heart of the Torres Strait -This is your opportunity to provide high-quality maternity care while enjoying a work-life balance that truly supports your wellbeing!

🏥 The Role:

Based in the maternity unit at Thursday Island Hospital, you'll deliver antenatal, birthing, and postnatal care as part of a skilled, culturally responsive team. You'll be supporting Torres Strait Islander women and families, building lasting connections and contributing to generational health outcomes.

🌴 Why Thursday Island?

Thursday Island (Waiben) is the administrative and cultural heart of the Torres Strait — a vibrant island with a warm, welcoming community, rich cultural traditions, and stunning tropical surrounds. Life here moves at a different pace, offering a chance to slow down, connect deeply, and immerse yourself in island living.

💖 Work-Life Balance & Lifestyle:

With part-time hours, you'll have time to explore the island, rest, and connect. Whether it's enjoying island sunsets, joining community events, or simply recharging by the sea — this role supports a healthy balance between meaningful work and personal wellbeing.

✨ What's Included:

  • Fully furnished accommodation and relocation assistance
  • Ongoing clinical support and professional development
  • The chance to be part of a close-knit, culturally rich community
  • The reward of working in a region where your care has a lasting contribution

🙌 About You:

  • AHPRA-registered Midwife with recent birthing and postnatal experience
  • Warm, adaptable, and collaborative
  • Culturally aware and respectful
  • Excited to contribute to community-focused healthcare

Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose, plus excellent benefits and allowances;

  • Base salary comprising between $107,960.00 - $115,604.00 per annum (pro rata) – you may be eligible for additional benefits – refer to Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
  • Competitive salary packaging: Generous employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% and salary packaging options Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
  • Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% loading on annual leave
  • Professional Development: Our training is recognised as some of the best in the world
  • Relocation and accommodation incentives 
  • Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package

Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website and be sure to follow us - Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Discover more by reading the role description attached.

Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Come for the experience. Stay for the community.

Apply now and take your midwifery career somewhere extraordinary.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.

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