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Executive Support Officer (Operations)
Southport
The Executive Support Officer (Operations) provides high-level administrative and executive support to the Chief Operating Officer.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO4 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/GC679539 |
| Closing date | 16-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Joanne Shaw |
| Contact details | 0436 442 750 Access the National Relay Service |
The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Executive Support Officer (Operations) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Provide professional, quality and proficient general executive support
- Support the efficient operation of executive daily activities
- Coordinate specific projects, support Business Case and proposal
- Collate, log and process Human Resource (HR) and Finance workflows
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- While not mandatory, a relevant qualification or experience in supporting an Executive would be well regarded
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Permanent full time
- Base salary ranging from $92 429 - $101 607 per annum
About Us
The Office of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for leading the operational delivery of clinical care across Gold Coast Health. It provides executive leadership and oversight for three key clinical divisions: Surgery and Critical Care, Emergency and Specialty Services, and Medicine. The COO ensures these divisions deliver safe, high-quality, and efficient care aligned with the organisation's strategic and operational goals. The COO Office also plays a key role in reviewing and refining how clinical services are structured, with a focus on improving site-based operations and patient flow across all facilities.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday 16 April 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC679539
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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