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Senior Dental Technician
Oral Health Services, Women's and Children's Service Group, Townsville
| Senior Dental Technician, Oral Health Services, Townsville, HP3, Fixed Term Temporary Full-time until 19/06/2026 Join a skilled team delivering high-quality dental prosthetics across North Queensland. This role offers technical autonomy, collaboration, and the chance to make a real impact in oral health care. |
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV668080 |
| Closing date | 28-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | TFT ASAP to 19/06/26 (poss ext add 12 mths) |
| Contact person | Erin Bailey |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 9903 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Oral Health Services, part of the Women's and Children's Service Group, delivers high-quality dental care across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region. Services are provided through community and hospital-based clinics, mobile units, and outreach programs, supporting prevention, education, and treatment across diverse locations.
About your new employer
Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare.
We offer:
- Clinical Excellence: Delivering advanced oral health services across North Queensland.
- Career Growth: Opportunities to develop technical expertise and contribute to service improvement.
- Supportive Culture: Work within a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration and innovation.
- Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a relaxed North Queensland lifestyle.
Competitive salary and benefits
- Salary between $3030.00 - $4453.50 per fortnight (HP3).
- 4 to 6 weeks p.a. recreational leave with 14-17.5% loading.
- Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%.
Additional benefits include salary packaging options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support.
About your opportunity
Oral Health Services at Townsville University Hospital are currently seeking applications from Senior Dental Technicians to join their skilled multidisciplinary team to provide high level care to patients and clients.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and successful candidates will be notified of available vacancies.
As a Senior Dental Technician, you will manufacture quality dental prosthetics and perform complex technical tasks with autonomy. You'll contribute to service improvement, collaborate in treatment planning, and support oral health staff across the region.
Requirements
- Possession of a qualification in Dental Technology.
- Proof of qualification and registration/membership (if applicable) must be provided prior to commencement.
- Class C motor vehicle licence required.
- This is a VPD risk role – vaccination evidence required.
- A probationary period may apply.
Application details
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Erin Bailey on (07) 4433 9903.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 28 April 2026.
Submit your application via https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV668080, include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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