Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.

The Assistant Manager (Training) Health Security Department (HSD) provides operational leadership and training to ensure the highest standard of functional service delivery and the achievement of the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) strategic objectives.

Job details

About the opportunity:

Position: Assistant Manager (Training) Health Security Department

Vacancy: Permanent full-time

Location: Campus Operations, Facilities and Integrated Support Services

The position is responsible to manage all department mandatory and role specific training and conduct continuous improvement principles/activities to ensure the safe delivery of contemporary, best practice physical and personal security services and emergency response coordination at the Townsville University Hospital (TUH) campus and designated sites (Kirwan Health campus and the Joyce Palmer Health Service on Palm Island).

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package valued up to $114,177 p.a., including:

• Salary range: $94,926 to $100,071 p.a. (OO6)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Why Choose Us?

• Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with a supportive employer committed to your growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Requirements:

• The mandatory requirements for the position includes:
  • The incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be provided prior to the commencement of duty.
  • A Certificate IV in Training and Assessing qualifiication, or the ability to rapidly acquire the qualification.
  • CPPSEC3111 Restrain persons using handcuffs or the ability to rapidly acquire the unit of competency.
• The following additional experience will be highly regarded:
  • Conduct of a previous workforce training position within a large deaprtment/organiation.
  • Servcie delivery within the health sector or emergency servcies.
• The Assistant Manager (Training) will be expected to maintain the following competencies:
  • Townsville HHS facilitated Safety Intrerventions Program (Advanced and Emergency) including physical intervention skills (individual and team-based).
  • Townsville HHS facilitated Safety Interventions Program Instructor Course.
  • Townsville HHS facilited Mechanical Wrist Restraint Device Training Program and Train the Trainer Course.
• The Assistant Manager (Training) will be expected to possess and maintain a very sound knowledge of the following minimum State legislation:
  • Hospital and Health Boards Act 2011.
  • Mental Health Act 2016.
  • Weapons Regulations 2016.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.

Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Christopher Laurent on (07) 4433 1102.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV634397

Applications close: Thursday, 15 May 2025

Further information

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

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Documents

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

• OO6 Assistant Manager (Training) 32109184 (Word, 473KB)
  Role Description
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Application Kit