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Senior Information Access Officer
Ipswich
Start a new journey with West Moreton Health! The Information Access Unit is responsible for assessing a person’s right to accessing confidential information in accordance with legislative provisions and provides support and advice to both the public and staff on how to access confidential information and medical records held by our Hospital and Health Service.
Multiple Opportunities - Permanent Full Time, and temporary full-time to 30/06/2027!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent,Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO5 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM679505_03 |
| Closing date | 14-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | 2 permanent 1 contract until 30.06.2027 |
| Contact person | Lisa MacKenzie |
| Contact details | 0734343580 Access the National Relay Service |
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:
- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.
To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health:
What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health
About the role
As a key member of the Information Access Unit, the Senior Information Access Officer will exercise their authority to make decisions on access to information applications made under the Right to Information Act 2009 (RTI Act) and the Information Privacy Act 2009 (IP Act).
What we're looking for
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Extensive knowledge and experience interpreting and applying legislation and providing advice relating to RTI and IP access
- Comprehensive experience and skills associated with the application of exemptions under the RTI and IP
- Demonstrated experience in dealing with complex applications, including facilitating, consulting, and negotiating with applicants to further define their
- Proven ability to coordinate information gathering, source information from multiple locations and undertake quality reviews of
- Proven ability to proactively plan, prioritise tasks, monitor progress, work independently, manage time to meet deadlines, and contribute to teams'
- High level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to provide advice to stakeholders and prepare written material including decision writing in a clear, concise and articulate
- High level interpersonal and consultation skills and demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with team members, employees at all levels, and external
Why choose us
- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
- Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
- A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.
To apply
For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description,#EveryoneIsALeader Framework and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
