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Senior Communications Officer


Flexible,South West Qld

South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Communications to join our People and Culture Team in Roma, Western Qld.

Flexible remote work arrangements maybe considered for this role.

Join us in building better health in the bush!

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Health - Health Service Support
Classification AO7
Workplace Location Flexible,South West Qld
Job ad reference QLD/SW669809
Closing date 01-Dec-2025
Job duration Remuneration up to $166,569 p.a.
Contact person Katie Eckersley
Contact details 0499 757 893
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Your opportunity

The Senior Communications Officer is responsible for providing communication advice, strategy and implementation across the South West Hospital and Health Service.

As the Senior Communications Officer you will lead communications strategy development and implementation, consulting with clients, internal and stakeholder communications, copywriting, web publishing, design and stakeholder engagement.

Flexible remote work arrangements maybe considered for this role. The successful applicant is required to travel to South West Hospital and Health Service on an ADHOC basis, with one trip a year to Roma to be at the employees expense.

The very nature of what we do and who we are is the real opportunity. Providing health care support in the bush is full of challenges, however, it remains the most rewarding of human experiences.

Roma is the largest town in the Maranoa Region servicing a catchment population of almost 14,000 and offers an array of city-like conveniences with friendly country hospitality. Roma's newly built hospital hosts an extensive list of services with state of the art facilities. A great place for families in a region traditionally rich with oil and gas and farming industries, Roma boasts an abundance of sports, recreation and schooling options. With annual events such as Easter in the Country and the Roma Races, Roma is fast becoming renowned for its enthusiasm in bringing world class Festivals and Events to the local area, showcasing their community spirit; the same community feel that makes Roma a career move you will wish you had made earlier.  

What we can do for you

Ultimately, we provide you a platform to leapfrog your career with more opportunities to experience a wider scope of practice with less competition due to location and population.

  • Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution!
  • Play a key role in helping us deliver better health in the bush!
  • Flexible working arrangement and work life balance!

Be a part of something bigger

South West Hospital and Health Service are part of Queensland Health and partner with many influential and leading organisations to boost partnerships and deliver world-class health care and services. We service an area of more than 310,000 square kilometres, are bordered by three states and cover 21% of Queensland. We provide services to a population of 26,000 via 26 healthcare facilities, consisting of Hospitals, Multipurpose Health Services, Community Clinics, Aged Care Facilities and General Practice Services.

Take a look at what Roma has to offer!  www.romaqueensland.com.au

For more information on South West Hospital and Health Service - https://www.southwest.health.qld.gov.au/

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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Last updated
2 May 2023

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