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Staff Specialist - Maxillofacial Surgery


Maxillofacial Surgery - Townsville University Hospital

Summary


Discover the career progression and opportunities available with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service.

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Medical
Classification L18-L27
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV682292
Closing date 21-Jun-2026
Job duration Permanent full-time
Contact person Marius Goosen
Contact details (07) 4433 3496
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About your new employer:

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $216,643 to $274,678 p.a. (L18 - L27)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Attraction and retention incentive allowance (50% base salary)
  • Motor vehicle allowance between $21,000 and $25,500 p.a.
  • Professional development allowance of $21,500 p.a. + 3.6 weeks p.a. leave
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

The Townsville Hospital & Health Service is seeking interest from a suitably qualified applicant for a vacancy in Maxillofacial Surgery. The Maxillofacial team works closely with the Plastics department and the ENT department. Townsville University Hospital is a tertiary referral hospital in Far North Queensland.

The Hospital has 700+ beds and has a strong collaborative relationship with the James Cook University.

Requirements:

  • Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
  • All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP committee.
  • This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Marius Goosen on (07) 4433 3496.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV682292

Applications close: Sunday, 21 June 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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