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.

Townsville University Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for 700,000 people living in the region.

The Executive Support Officer is responsible for providing high-level confidential and secretarial support to the Director of Medical Services, Workforce and Director Medical Services, Clinical Governance and Digital Health.

Job details

Our organisation is proactive and committed to delivering excellence in healthcare. Join us today and enjoy generous employment benefits and a rewarding career.

About the opportunity
Position: Executive Support Officer
Vacancy: Permanent Full-time, 76 hours per fortnight
Location: Medical Education and Workforce Support, Townsville University Hospital

What's on offer?
Remuneration package of up to $97,656 p.a.

• Salary range: $76,963 - $85,591 p.a. (AO3)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus great Salary Sacrificing options
• Flexible working arrangements may be available

About the role

• Responsible for providing and developing efficient, effective, ethical and confidential administrative /secretarial support services as required for the Director of Medical Services Workforce and Director Medical Services, Clinical Governance and Digital Health.
• Organize, prioritise and coordinate the workloads across the two DMS portfolios and manage own time effectively, whilst remaining flexible to respond to changing needs.
• Coordinate meetings (including video and teleconferencing), prepare and distribute agendas, meeting papers and accurate minute taking, attend to follow up actions including action tracking reminders and booking of meeting rooms, facilities and equipment.
• Diary management and coordination of appointments and ability to facilitate and manage urgent and non-urgent meetings.

Role requirements
This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.

Highly desirable
A minimum of at least two years' experience as an Executive Support Officer or Personal Assistant

Please refer to the role description for further details.

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 in beautiful North Queensland, our region boasts, vibrant and unique communities across rural, urban, country, and coastal locations. Enjoy affordable living, stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Interested?
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact Jon Hodge on 07 4433 5247. 

Applications close on Monday, 19 May 2025.

Please note that unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies 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.

Please download the Role Description for future reference.

Documents

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

• QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 953KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  AO3 Executive Support Officer 32045427 (Word, 381KB)
  Role Description