Job search
Director Primary Health Care Programs - South (Identified) (Nursing & Midwifery, Allied Health, Health Worker Workforce) (Cairns)
Cairns
Lead with purpose, culture and connection across Cape York communities
#CareerUpHere
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Management |
| Classification | HP6, HWF7, Nurse Grade 11 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TC688041 |
| Closing date | 12-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-Time |
| Contact person | Michael Catt |
| Contact details | tchhs-egm-south@health.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service |
Director Primary Health Care Programs - South (Identified)
Permanent Full-Time | Cairns
Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Michael Catt, would love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have about the role.
Your opportunity
The Director Primary Health Care Programs provides strategic and operational leadership for primary health care services across Cooktown, Weipa and Cape York.
Working closely with the Southern Leadership Team, this role leads multidisciplinary teams, drives service improvements and supports the delivery of accessible, safe and culturally appropriate healthcare across 12 communities. With oversight of workforce, performance and a $17M operating budget, this position plays a key role in strengthening primary health care outcomes across the region.
Identified Role: Under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.
Why join Torres and Cape?
As a leader within Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of primary health care delivery across some of Queensland's most unique and culturally rich communities.
You will work alongside passionate teams who are committed to improving health outcomes, strengthening partnerships and delivering services that reflect the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
This role offers the opportunity to grow as a leader while experiencing the lifestyle, culture and connection that comes with living and working across the Torres and Cape region.
What we offer
- Base salary between:
- NRG11: $184,099 p.a.
- HP6: $161,540 - $167,217 p.a.
- HWF7: $161,396 - $172,234 p.a.
- 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 in Cairns
Cairns offers the perfect balance of career and lifestyle, surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef, tropical rainforests and breathtaking natural landscapes. Enjoy a relaxed regional lifestyle with short commutes, a welcoming community, rich Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and endless opportunities to explore, connect and unwind.
Explore more about the region: Torres and Cape HHS| Torres Strait | Cooktown and Cape York (via 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.
