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Occupational Therapist (Thursday Island)
Cairns region,Far North Qld
🌴Not every Occupational Therapist gig comes with an ocean view. Thursday Island is calling you. Join Torres and Cape Today!
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Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TC666285 |
| Closing date | 14-Nov-2025 |
| Job duration | Temporary Full time up to 30 June 2027 |
| Contact person | Robyn Glynn |
| Contact details | 0467 730 409 Access the National Relay Service |
🌴 Occupational Therapist (HP3) | Thursday Island | Temporary full-time until 30 June 2027!
We know Occupational Therapist's can be hard to find, so we're hoping this advert helps you find us!
If you've ever dreamed of swapping traffic lights for turquoise seas, and winter coats for island sunsets, this might just be your next great adventure.
📍 About Thursday Island
Thursday Island (Waiben) sits at the heart of the Torres Strait, surrounded by turquoise waters, tropical breezes, and a warm, close-knit community. Life here moves at a different pace — laid-back, connected, and full of stories you'll never forget. On your days off, you can explore nearby islands, fish, dive, or simply relax by the water.
🌺 About the role
We're looking for an Occupational Therapist (HP3) to join our health service team based on Thursday Island — a unique and vibrant community in the Torres Strait. You'll deliver a broad range of OT services, working across diverse caseloads and cultures, with support from an experienced multidisciplinary team.
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.
🌊 Why you'll love it here
- Adventure meets career – Work in one of Australia's most culturally rich and remote regions.
- Lifestyle upgrade – Trade the daily grind for island time, snorkel spots, and sunsets over the sea.
- Strong professional support – You'll have access to clinical supervision, mentoring, and training opportunities.
- Accommodation and incentives – Provided housing and rural/remote allowances.
- Contract security – Temporary full-time until 30 June 2027 – plenty of time to live the island life and grow your skills.
- Base salary comprising between $79,051.00 - $119,823.00 pa – 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% + 17.5% loading on annual leave and salary packaging options Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
Discover more by reading the role description attached.
Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
🧭 Ready to trade ordinary for extraordinary? Apply now and make Thursday Island your next professional (and personal) destination. Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies
🧳If you're a qualified OT ready for adventure, connection, and purpose — this is your sign to go north!
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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