Flex your expertise in a role that keeps everyone moving safely!

Be the go-to expert driving ergonomic and manual handling excellence across Workplace Health and Safety. You’ll lead the charge in delivering smart, evidence-based solutions, shaping best-practice policies, and rolling out engaging training that builds capability across the workforce.

From mentoring staff and students to advising leaders on injury prevention and return-to-work strategies, you’ll be right at the centre of safer workplaces. With a focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and strategic impact, this role blends hands-on expertise with big-picture thinking, all while championing safety and professional growth - Because great workplaces are built on strong support (and proper posture).

Job details

About us:

Central Queensland Health's Workforce and Organisational Capability Division is at the heart of managing and supporting our people. Our team leads key functions including attraction and retention, learning and development, performance and discipline, change management, safety and wellbeing, and employee engagement, ensuring our most valuable asset - our people, can thrive.

Made up of over 40 dedicated HR professionals, our division delivers high-quality, client-focused, and value-driven human resource services to managers and staff across the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service.

About the role:

Deliver expert, evidence-based clinical and consultancy services, using sharp problem-solving skills to create safer, smarter ways of working. At the forefront of best practice, you'll shape and refine policies, procedures, and protocols while ensuring services are innovative, effective, and aligned with state-wide priorities. You'll take the lead in designing and delivering engaging manual handling education programs, building capability across the workforce while mentoring staff and supporting the development of students and emerging professionals.

Your expertise will be highly valued as you provide specialist advice to leaders, managers, and stakeholders on injury prevention, return-to-work programs, and continuous service improvement. With a strong focus on quality and outcomes, you'll monitor standards, drive evidence-based improvements, and contribute to strategic direction in collaboration with Safety and Wellbeing leadership.

About you:

• Mandatory possession of an Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy qualification from a registered tertiary institution.
• Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.
• While not mandatory, a postgraduate qualification in relevant field would be well regarded.
• Ability to lead change through the initiation, implementation and evaluation of quality service improvement activities with the specific aim of preventing injury and enhancing staff health and wellness.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $157,359 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $64.64 - $69.55 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6D681345

Applications close: Sunday, 24 May 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK6D681345 - Senior Workforce Clinical Advisor (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)