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Manager - Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance (Cairns)
Cairns
Lead with integrity. Strengthen governance. Support better health outcomes.
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TC685401 |
| Closing date | 23-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-Time |
| Contact person | Monica Waniczek |
| Contact details | 0411 064 015 Access the National Relay Service |
Manager - Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance
Cairns | Permanent Full-Time
Ready to take the next step in your career?
Contact Monica Waniczek on 0411 064 015 for a friendly chat about the role, the team, and the opportunities available.
About the Role
Lead the development and delivery of Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service's internal audit, risk, and compliance function. Working closely with the Board, Audit and Risk Committee, Executive, and service leaders, you will strengthen governance frameworks, oversee risk and assurance activities, and drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and effective risk management.
You will coordinate internal and external audit programs, monitor compliance obligations, and ensure governance systems support informed decision-making and high-quality service delivery. Through strategic leadership and constructive partnership, you will help ensure safe, equitable, and culturally responsive healthcare for communities across the Torres Strait and Cape York region.
Why This Role Matters
Help shape the future of healthcare governance by leading risk, compliance, and assurance activities that support safe, accountable, and high-quality services across Torres and Cape communities.
What's on Offer
- Salary range: $140,115 - $150,371 p.a.
- Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
- Generous leave entitlements, including 17.5% annual leave loading
Life in Cairns
Your next adventure awaits in Cairns - where the Great Barrier Reef meets the Wet Tropics rainforest, offering an unbeatable lifestyle in tropical North Queensland.
- Explore the iconic Esplanade, Lagoon, and vibrant waterfront precinct
- Discover the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and nearby tropical islands
- Wander through ancient rainforest trails, waterfalls, and national parks
- Experience a rich and diverse cultural community with year-round events and festivals
Live where others holiday and enjoy the perfect balance of career, lifestyle, and adventure.
This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to support meaningful health services, connect with community, and enjoy an extraordinary lifestyle in tropical North Queensland.
Explore more via Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York on the Tropical North Queensland website.
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How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Torres and Cape HHS values: Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
Please note: unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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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