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Infection Control Officer Respiratory Fit Testing
Infection Prevention and Control, Corporate Service Group, THHS
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
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| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Health Service Support |
| Classification | OO3 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV683109 |
| Closing date | 01-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent full-time, 76 hours p.f. |
| Contact person | Dylan Parker |
| Contact details | 07 4433 3607 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Join our Respiratory Protection Program (RPP) and play a vital role in keeping staff safe in high risk clinical areas. This front facing position delivers respiratory fit testing and checks for approved P2/N95 respirators, supporting staff who implement airborne precautions every day.
About your new employer
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).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
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: $69,486 to $72,833 p.a. (OO3)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity
We're looking for someone with outstanding customer service skills, a friendly and professional approach, and a strong eye for accuracy. You'll work with staff across the HHS, providing an exceptional service that directly supports workforce safety and wellbeing.
If you love working with people and want a role that truly makes a difference — this, is it
Requirements:
- Aged Care Pre-Employment Screening: Applicants are advised this position works in an identified Aged Care Facility as per the Aged Care Act 1997 and therefore requires employees and volunteers to have a current National Police Certificate. Queensland Health will facilitate applicants obtaining the above National Police Certificate.
- Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate license endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.
- Travel by light aircraft may be required.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
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: Dylan Parker on (07) 4433 3607.
Apply ONLINE: https:// apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD -TV683109
Applications close: Monday, 1 June 2026
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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