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Administration Officer - Oral Health (Thursday Island)
Thursday Island
🦷 Connecting Torres and Cape communities to essential dental care.
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Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO3 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TC685460 |
| Closing date | 03-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Temp Full-Time up to 03 Jan 2027 (possibile ext) |
| Contact person | Brett Howard |
| Contact details | (07) 2100 9106 Access the National Relay Service |
Administration Officer
📍Waiben (Thursday Island) | Temporary Full-Time | Immediate Start to 3 January 2027
(with possibility of extension)
Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn?
Contact Brett Howard on (07) 2100 9106. He'd love to hear your story and answer any questions about the role.
About the Role
Support the delivery of essential dental services to remote communities across Torres and Cape. This role provides administrative support to an Oral Health initiative, coordinating patient appointments, travel and accommodation arrangements, managing waiting lists, administering dental care vouchers, and working closely with patients and health teams to improve access to timely dental care.
This is an ideal opportunity for an organised and customer-focused professional who enjoys making a positive impact in community health.
Why You'll Love This Role
As a member of Torres and Cape HHS, you'll play an important role in improving access to healthcare for people living in some of Australia's most unique and remote communities.
You'll work in a supportive team environment while enjoying opportunities for personal and professional growth, meaningful community connections, and experiences that will shape your career and life.
What We Can Offer You
- Base salary between $3,038.50 - $3,379.10 per fortnight
- Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
- Generous employer superannuation contribution of 12.75%
- Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
- Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% loading on annual leave
Life on Waiben (Thursday Island)
An island hub of the Torres Strait, Waiben offers a unique lifestyle where rich culture, community connection and natural beauty come together.
- No traffic - just island time and ocean views
- Spectacular sunsets from Green Hill Lookout
- Reef, sea and coastal living every day
- Experience the rich traditions and culture of the Torres Strait
Grow Your Career, Shape Your Life
Working in Torres and Cape HHS means building a career with purpose while experiencing life in one of Australia's most remarkable regions.
Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.
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Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
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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