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Director of Midwifery
Women's and Children's Service Group, TOWNSVILLE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking a Director of Midwifery to join the team within the Women's and Children's Service Group (WCSG) at the Townsville University Hospital on a temporary full-time basis. The Director of Midwifery provides expert leadership and operational management to all allocated portfolios within Townsville Hospital and Health Service. |
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Midwifery |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 12 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV652680 |
| Closing date | 19-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | TFT up to 05/04/2026 (poss extn up to 12 months) |
| Contact person | Vicki Carson |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 1421 Access the National Relay Service |
About your new employer
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise.
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University.
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $7358.30 p.f. (Nurse Grade 12)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus great Salary Sacrificing options
About your opportunity
This position is accountable for midwifery leadership, innovation and excellence in the continuum of care for women's and specialist services within WCSG. The role is the operational and professional lead for midwifery within THHS. This includes a direct reporting line for governance, education, practice review, operational and professional services for midwives providing maternity care in Townsville, Charters Towers, Ingham and Palm Island with professional support provided to midwives working in Ayr Hospital.
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Midwifery and registration with AHPRA.
- This position will be required to travel to, and work at, other facilities located within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service. This may involve day and/or overnight stays.
Highly desirable
- Post graduate qualifications to Master's or other higher degree relevant to the position.
- Previous experience in a senior leadership and/or management role with demonstrated achievements in engagement, research, operational and change management areas of practice.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Interested?
Contact: Vicki Carson on (07) 4433 1421.
Applications close: 19/08/2025
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV652680
Recruitment Agency referrals will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 953KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
NG12 Director of Midwifery 32014624 (Word, 459KB)
Role Description
