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Temporary Full Time | Immediate start up to 30 June 2027 (with possibility of extension)

Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Georgina Bob (07 4069 0438) would love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have.

Tell me more... Thursday Island is a beautiful tropical destination in the Torres Strait near Cape York, surrounded by clear blue waters, coral reefs and neighbouring islands, offering a unique setting paired with a close‑knit community and relaxed lifestyle shaped by strong Torres Strait Islander culture and a warm climate all year round. 

Step into a dynamic and rewarding role where you'll be at the heart of supporting Maternal and Child Health programs across the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula. As the Maternal and Child Health Officer, you'll play a vital part in keeping services running smoothly by delivering high-quality administrative support across human resources, finance, and program management, while working in a culturally respectful and collaborative environment. You'll be the connector that brings the team together, coordinating meetings, capturing and analysing data, and maintaining essential information systems that drive continuous improvement. This is more than an administrative role.  It's your chance to contribute to meaningful health outcomes, support frontline teams, and help shape stronger, healthier communities.

Professional and personal motivators!

As a professional working within Torres and Cape HHS, your role in enhancing both staff and patient experiences is invaluable.

You'll work in diverse and supportive environments that offer attractive lifestyle opportunities and experiences and enable you to make a valuable contribution in small communities. These communities will help you grow, connect, learn and create life-defining experiences that will shape who you are as a health professional and a person.

 Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose, plus excellent benefits and allowances;

• Base salary comprising between $3,038.50 - $3,379.10 per fortnight – you may be eligible for additional benefits – refer to Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
• Competitive salary packaging: Generous employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% and salary packaging options Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
• Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% loading on annual leave

Living within the Torres and Cape region means you will be able to enjoy: 

• Immersing yourself in nature, from the outback to tropical rainforests, coral reefs and extraordinary landscapes.
• Short commute to work, allowing greater work/life balance
• Rich Indigenous Culture
• Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.
• Follow us - Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Discover more by reading the role description attached.

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.

Please download the Role Description for your future reference. Please do NOT upload zipped files, pdfs created through MS Word 2007, tagged pdfs or protected documents. Accepted files: gif, bmp, png, rtf, txt, doc and docx.

Documents

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

• 1 TCHHS Applicant Information Pack (PDF)
  
  2 Map Info (PDF)
  
  TC683885 - Job Description (PDF)