Summary

Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking an Executive Support Officer to join the Women's and Children's Service Group
on a fixed term temporary part-time basis.

Provide high-level executive and secretarial support to specialty teams within the Women's and Children's Service Group.

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Administration
Classification AO3
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV691285
Closing date 13-Sep-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Until 07/03/2027, poss. ext not exceeding 2 years
Contact person Michele Burns
Contact details (07) 4433 1453
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About the work unit / facility:

The Women's and Children's Service Group delivers coordinated health services across Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS), suporting a diverse range of patients and communities. Services span paediatrics, women's and children's health, obstetrics and gynaecology, oral health and community-based care.

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 robust institutional partnerships.

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.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities,



affordable living, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment.

Competitive salary and benefits:

Generous remuneration package value up to $2272 p.m. comprising:

- Salary range: $41.17 to $45.79 p.h. (AO3)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- District - Northern Division - East allowance

About your opportunity:

Join the Women's and Children's Service Group as an Executive Support Officer and provide high-level confidential secretarial and executive support across its specialty teams. Working with consultants and medical directors, you'll use your organisational and communication skills to coordinate priorities, build relationships and contribute to the smooth delivery of administrative services across the service group.

Requirements:

- 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.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Michele Burns on (07) 4433 1453.

Apply ONLINE:

Applications close: Sunday, 13 September 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.

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