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Senior Project Officer (Capital Works)
Mount Isa
Lead Major Health Projects Across the North West!
We’re seeking a dynamic Senior Project Officer (Permanent Full Time) to lead, coordinate and deliver capital works and high-risk projects across the North West Hospital and Health Service. This role offers the opportunity to shape infrastructure outcomes, strengthen systems, and support safe, high-quality health services for our remote communities.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Project Management |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | North West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MI671216 |
| Closing date | 09-Jan-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent full-time |
| Contact person | Morne Sher |
| Contact details | (07) 4744 4031 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
As the Senior Project Officer, you will drive complex capital works and infrastructure projects that directly support safe, effective healthcare across the region. You'll provide expert leadership, ensure governance and quality standards are met, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage capital works and project delivery across NWHHS.
- Implement and maintain the Capital Management Framework and asset planning.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams and oversee consultants and contractors.
- Manage project lifecycle activities, risks, reporting, budget and documentation.
- Build strong stakeholder relationships and provide high-level project advice.
Working with us
- Tax savings through salary sacrificing options are also available.
- 4 weeks p.a. recreational leave with 17.5% loading bonus
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
Professionally, our HHS values professionalism, leadership capability, excellence and resilience in our staff. We are committed to providing extraordinary opportunities for career development including in-house training, development and mentoring programs.
Requirements
- While not mandatory, a relevant qualification in communication and or project management would be well regarded.
- Pre-employment screening will be conducted for the successful applicant, including Criminal History checks.
- This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, Hep B.
- A period of probation may apply.
About North West Hospital and Health Service
The North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) delivers public health services across approximately 300,000 square kilometres, supporting remote communities throughout North Western Queensland and the Gulf of Carpentaria. We are committed to promoting community wellbeing and providing high-quality, accessible and effective healthcare for all.
- Unique locations
- Friendly communities
- Regional, rural and remote $$$ incentives
Interested?
Download the Role Description for further information and application / interview preparation.
Contact: Morne Sher on 07 4744 4031
Applications close: Friday, 09 January 2026
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Our vision is to be Queensland's leading HHS delivering excellence in remote healthcare to our patients, working as an integral part of the community.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Documents
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