If you’re driven by collaboration, strategy and genuine engagement, this is your opportunity to shape how clinicians connect with Central Queensland Health. As Principal Project Officer, you’ll lead the design and delivery of a contemporary Clinician Engagement Strategy that strengthens partnerships across medical, nursing, midwifery and allied health workforces.

Based in Rockhampton, you’ll work at the centre of organisational planning - translating diverse clinician voices into actionable insights that support sustainable culture and workforce outcomes. This fixed-term role offers autonomy, influence and the chance to deliver work that leaves a lasting legacy. Join a team committed to high-quality, people-centred care and help shape how clinician engagement is done, now and into the future.

Job details

This role sits within Strategy, Planning and Expansion and plays a key role in shaping how Central Queensland Health engages with its clinical workforce. You'll plan and facilitate meaningful engagement activities, manage complex stakeholder relationships and guide the project from consultation through to final strategy delivery.

Working closely with executive and governance groups, you'll provide high-level advice, manage risks and ensure alignment with workforce priorities, clinical governance frameworks and government directions. If you thrive in complex environments and enjoy influencing change through collaboration, this role offers both professional challenge and genuine purpose.

About us:

Central Queensland Health delivers public healthcare across regional, rural and remote communities, supporting more than 4,500 staff who care for Central Queenslanders every day. We value connected teams, empowered people and strong community partnerships — and we invest in our people to deliver amazing care where it matters most.

About the role:

• Lead development of the Central Queensland Health Clinician Engagement Strategy
• Plan and manage project timelines, risks, dependencies and reporting
• Deliver structured consultation across medical, nursing, midwifery and allied health
• Analyse engagement insights, workforce data and relevant policy frameworks
• Prepare high-level briefings, reports, presentations and governance submissions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate workshops, forums, surveys, site visits and engagement events
• Provide authoritative advice to executive, committees and working groups

About you:

• You bring strong experience in project delivery within complex organisations
• You're confident engaging and influencing diverse clinical stakeholders
• You communicate clearly, professionally and with impact
• You're comfortable navigating sensitive issues and competing priorities
• You apply sound judgement, integrity and ethical decision-making
• You value collaboration, inclusion and culturally safe practice
• You take initiative and manage your work with confidence and accountability

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $13,881 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $68.60 - $73.63 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR).

Applications close: Wednesday, 7 January 2026

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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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Documents

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• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  RK5L672062 - Principal Project Officer (PDF)