Help strengthen the quality and compliance of aged care services across Central Queensland.

Based within the Rockhampton Aged Care and Clinical Rehabilitation Unit, you’ll support nine CQHHS facilities to meet legislative obligations while driving better governance, reporting and continuous improvement. Use your analytical skills to identify risks, turn complex data into meaningful insights and advise senior leaders on compliance priorities.

If you’re a strong communicator who thrives on problem-solving, collaboration and making processes better, this is your opportunity to help uphold the standards that support safe, quality care for older people within our health service.

Job details

About us:

The Aged Care and Clinical Rehabilitation Unit (ACCRS) supports aged care services across Central Queensland, including Residential Aged Care Homes and Multi-Purpose Health Services. The service focuses on supporting safe, quality care for older people while ensuring facilities meet the legislative and regulatory standards required to deliver aged care services.

About the role:

• Develop and maintain best-practice governance frameworks, processes and schedules to support compliance with the Aged Care Act 2024 across nine CQHHS facilities.
• Lead the collection, validation, analysis and reporting of compliance data, ensuring accurate, timely and legislation-compliant submissions.
• Provide high-level advice, reports, briefings and evidence-based recommendations to CQHHS leadership, management and key stakeholders.
• Identify and manage compliance risks, strengthen stakeholder relationships and support collaboration across facilities to improve aged care compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes, data quality and efficiency, including developing staff capability and managing competing priorities.

About you:

Enough about us! What will you bring to the role?

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; Relevant qualification and experience developing and implementing compliance programs would be considered desirable.
• Ability to interpret legislation, analyse complex data and identify compliance risks.
• High-level written communication, reporting and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver accurate reports within deadlines.
• Advanced computer literacy, including data analysis, presentation and reporting systems.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $121,124 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $48.69 - $53.54 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

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

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) RK6J694897

Applications close: Wednesday, 28 October 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.

• RK6J694897 - Compliance and Reporting Officer (Aged Care) (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)