Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are:

Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity:

Position: Health Promotion Officer

Vacancy: Permanent full-time

Location: Townville Public Health, Townsville University Hospital

Advocate for lead and coordinate (devleop, implement and evaluate) a broad range of multi-strategy, multi-sector health promotion programs and relevant initiatives for the Townsville Public Health Unit, in the Townsville and North West Queensland Hospital and Health Service areas in line with relevant national, state and departmental policy directions.

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package valued up to $132,567 p.a., including:

• Salary range: $79,051 to $116,189 p.a. (HP3)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Why Choose Us?

• Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with a supportive employer committed to your growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Requirements:

• The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree qualification in Public Health (or equivalent) with a preference for a major in Health Promotion.
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent would be an advantage for this position.
• This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required.
• Travel is a requirement of this position in order to provide service delivery, likely via light aircraft. There may be a requirement for overnight stays.
• 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.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.

Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Steven Donohue on (07) 4433 6900.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV624905

Applications close: Tuesday, 25 March 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.