Step into a pivotal leadership role where you’ll drive a high-performing, compliant medical workforce aligned with organisational goals. You’ll lead end-to-end recruitment, credentialing, and onboarding, deliver major intern and RMO campaigns, and ensure strong compliance across all workforce processes.

You’ll lead and develop a capable team, foster a positive and inclusive culture, and build strong relationships with key stakeholders. With a focus on strategic planning, clear communication, and sound decision-making, you’ll play a critical role in supporting safe, high-quality healthcare delivery.

If you’re ready to make a real impact in a complex, fast-paced environment while growing your leadership influence, this is a fantastic opportunity to join our team.

Job details

About us:

The Medical Workforce Support Unit (MWSU) provides advice and assistance to the Executive Director of Medical Services and Directors of Medical Services in relation to medical officer employment for Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service.

The MWSU has a Health Service wide operational responsibility for medical workforce recruitment and onboarding with the focus on designing, delivering and supporting a sustainable medical workforce model for Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service.

The unit works closely with the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service Medical Education Unit to ensure that there is alignment between educational needs of the medical workforce and recruitment and service provision.

About the role:

• Provide specialist advice and support for all contemporary medical workforce matters including recruitment and selection, mandatory pre-employment and terms and conditions of employment, credentialing and scope of clinical practice.
• Provide leadership and management of the Medical Workforce Support Unit to deliver a quality and client-focused service to internal and external stakeholders. Ensure medical officer recruitment, appointments and ongoing employment including scope of clinical practice complies with mandatory legislative, policy, and procedural requirements across CQHHS.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, awards, certified agreements, policies, and credentialing and Scope of Clinical Practice requirements, including oversight of audits and quality assurance activities.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment, credentialing, and onboarding for senior and junior medical officers, meeting defined timeframes and mandatory compliance requirements.
• Monitor and manage locum utilisation and expenditure, ensuring compliance, budget adherence, and implementation of targeted reduction strategies.
• Provide accurate, timely workforce reporting and advice to the Executive, including vacancies, recruitment performance, locum usage, and compliance risks.

About you:

• Lead and manage staff through effective delegation, clear accountability, and performance oversight.
• Foster a fair, inclusive, and respectful team culture that supports capability development and professional growth.
• Plan, prioritise, and implement service strategies using a results-focused approach to ensure efficient, effective, and sustainable operations.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, adapting style and approach to suit different audiences and contexts.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to implement well-considered improvements and innovations.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of medical workforce management, including relevant legislation, industrial instruments, policies, and guidelines.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead and manage teams within a large, complex health service environment.
• Apply practical, proactive problem-solving skills to address complex workforce issues.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $171,568 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $70.66 - $75.83 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

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) RK6D681427

Applications close: Monday, 11 May 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.

This position will be filled in accordance with Queensland Public Health Sector (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 12) 2025.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• RK6D681427 - Manager Medical Workforce (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)