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Operation Services Officer Patient Services - Joyce Palmer Health Service (Palm Island)


Palm Island

Summary


Home to the Manbarra and Bwgcolman people, PALM ISLAND
can offer a sense of community like no other!


Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Health Service Support
Classification OO2
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV688284
Closing date 03-Aug-2026
Job duration PFT x 2 positions, PPT x 5 positions
Contact person Glenn Carey
Contact details 0457 531 862
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About your new employer:

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $63,807 to $68,075 p.a. (OO2)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
  • Add in about flexible working arrangements if applicable to role or hiring manager

About your opportunity:

As an Operational Service Officer, you will provide cleaning, food, laundry and transport services to help maintain a clean, safe and accessible healthcare environment for patients, staff and the Palm Island community.

Requirements:

  • Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
  • This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
  • Highly desirable: Identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander with a Palm Island address.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Glenn Carey on 0457 531 862.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV688284

Applications close: Monday, 3 August 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Further information

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