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First Nations Administration Officer Trainee - Organisational Development
Mackay Base Hospital
Mackay Hospital and Health Service is dedicated to delivering quality health care across the Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday regions.
Join our growing Health Service and be part of a culture built on collaboration, trust, respect, and teamwork.
Whether you're working in regional, rural or remote settings, we offer unique opportunities and experiences you won't find in a metropolitan hospital.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Apprenticeships & Traineeships |
| Classification | AO2 |
| Workplace Location | Mackay region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/696874 |
| Closing date | 29-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Refer to Role Description |
| Contact person | Emily Hanly |
| Contact details | 07 4885 7521 Access the National Relay Service |
Role details
The Organisational Development at the Mackay Base Hospital is seeking applications for a First Nations Administration Officer Trainee to join their team on a temporary basis.
For information on how to apply and the mandatory requirements for this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
Your opportunity
The successful applicant will undertake a Certificate III in Business Administration which provides a well-rounded balance of skills, whilst supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Unit as well as further opportunities to rotate through different areas of the Mackay Base Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for people who wish to gain both on the job experience and formal qualifications.
- The position reports to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Program Officer.
- The position will also work closely with Mackay Hospital Health Service Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Unit.
About the Team
The Organisational Development team undertakes a variety of operational and strategic initiatives and practices to support HR services across the MHHS. The Organisational Development team supports and coordinates the implementation of Workforce Reform; Workforce Planning; Strategic Initiatives & Policy, and Workforce Engagement to achieve organisational efficiencies and mitigate organisational risks. Projects will comply with effective and compliant industrial, legislative and employment frameworks and align with best practice HR systems.
The Organisational Development team consists of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Programs, Health and Wellbeing, Non-Clinical Training and Workforce Development, Recruitment, and general HR project work.
MHHS' People Division plays an integral role in the effective management of the people resources for our service. The Division takes the lead role in all matters human resources related and engagement of our most important asset – “our people”.
The People Division unit comprises approximately 32 human resource practitioners who provide a high quality, client focused and value adding human resource service to management and staff throughout the MHHS. The Division comprises of four teams: HR Services, HR Strategy & Engagement, Recruitment and Work Health and Safety
The Organisational Development team focusses on the planning, development and implementation of strategies, practices, systems, and initiatives that affect organisational change and aim to modify MHHS performance and culture through the involvement of its people.
About our Hospital and Health Service
Mackay Hospital and Health Service has 6 hospitals, 2 multi-purpose health services and 4 community health centres that employ more than 3,500 staff. The district covers an area of approximately 90,000km2 and provides services to patients and their families in Bowen, Cannonvale, Clermont, Collinsville, Dysart, Glenden, Mackay, Middlemount, Moranbah, Proserpine and Sarina.
Some of our great benefits on offer
- Competitive wages, salary packaging and leave entitlements
- Flexible working arrangements
- A diverse work culture
- Career development
- Professional development opportunities
- Education opportunities, Study and Research
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applicants are to apply online and supply the requested documentation by attaching to their online application. Applications remain current for 12 months (permanent roles) or for the duration of the vacancy (temporary roles).
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
