Lead business and operational support. Strengthen services across Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula!

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Operational Manager Primary Health Care 

Temporary Full Time | Immediate start up to 6 months (with possibility of extension)

Interested in a meaningful opportunity? Charlotte Nona (0484 335 142) would welcome the chance to discuss the role and answer any questions you may have. 

Tell me more... Thursday Island (Waiben) has a relaxed tropical island lifestyle with a welcoming community, stunning ocean views and a slower pace of life.  With regular flights and ferry services connecting the island to mainland of Queensland and neighbouring islands.  Jump in and enjoy:

• Rich Torres Strait Islander heritage, home to the Kaurareg people and a vibrant multicultural culture.
• Fishing, boating, island hopping and unique cultural experiences.
• Exploring historical sites including Green Hill Fort, wartime tunnels and pearling heritage attractions.
• Accessing healthcare, schools, shopping, government services and sporting facilities.

Experience a unique blend of culture, community, adventure and natural beauty in the heart of the Torres Strait.

Play a pivotal role in supporting the Northern Director of Primary Health Care and leadership team to deliver high-quality health services across the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to drive operational excellence, contribute to strategic initiatives, and help ensure the effective delivery of essential primary health care services that make a meaningful difference to remote 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 $4,791.30 - $5,132.30 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
• Accommodation and relocation incentives 

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.
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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)
  
  TC687358 - Job Description (PDF)