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Principal Project Officer
Brisbane City
The Department of Health are excited to welcome applications for a Principal Project Officer to join our Operational Capacity and Continuity Division! The Operational Capacity & Continuity Division ensures consistent high-quality healthcare is delivered across Queensland during fluctuations in hospital capacity and throughout disaster and emergency incidents. The Operational Capacity & Continuity Division recognises the impact of increasing demand and complexity of services and navigates times of crisis through strong relationships and providing clear, informed, coordinated decision making.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Project Management |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/OCC688992 |
| Closing date | 12-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Ciaran McSherry |
| Contact details | 0405 902 611 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role:
The Principal Project Officer role will work within the Queensland Patient Access Coordination Hub (QPACH). QPACH plays a vital role within the Department's strategy to enhance timely patient access to care across Queensland. QPACH is responsible for supporting a coordinated, system-level approach to managing patient access and flow, effectively responding to near real-time fluctuations in demand and capacity statewide.
As a Principal Project Officer, you will manage the core operations of QPACH and implement various business strategies to help strengthen and maximise its value proposition.
Your key responsibilities include:
- Within a multidisciplinary team environment, oversee and manage daily operations of QPACH and execute business strategies as directed with the aim of ensuring efficiency of its core functions, enhance operational effectiveness and meet organisational goals.
- Collaboratively lead daily huddles attended by Hospital and Health Services, Queensland Ambulance Service, Retrieval Services Queensland, and the Department's divisions.
- Identify opportunities for process optimisation and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Plan, initiate, and manage projects that support business objectives, overseeing timelines and ensuring deliverables are met.
- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with business goals and to foster partnerships.
- Ensure all operations comply with legal regulations and internal policies and manage risks effectively.
Role fit:
- Competitive salaries
- Career development opportunities
- Generous leave entitlement, including 17.5% leave loading
- Employee wellbeing programs
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.
Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.
Ready to apply?
For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.
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