Lead risk, emergency management and business continuity initiatives across Community and Oral Health, providing expert advice, driving organisational resilience and strengthening patient safety, quality outcomes and service continuity through strategic leadership and stakeholder collaboration.

Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Administration
Classification AO6
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/COH691734
Closing date 01-Oct-2026
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Salary Other
Job duration Permanent
Contact person Michelle Kane
Contact details 0436 603 191
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About the role

As the Safety and Quality Facilitator - Risk and Emergency Response, you will provide expert leadership across risk management, emergency management, business continuity, clinical governance, safety and quality within Community and Oral Health. Working closely with executive and management teams, you will support informed decision-making and help strengthen organisational resilience, patient safety and service continuity.

You will lead the development, implementation and evaluation of risk management and emergency preparedness frameworks, coordinate emergency response and business continuity activities, facilitate investigations and reviews, and ensure compliance with legislative, regulatory and accreditation requirements. This role offers the prospect to work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and enhance organisational capability across Community and Oral Health services.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

- Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of risk management frameworks, supporting effective risk identification, assessment and mitigation across Community and Oral Health.
- Provide expert advice to managers and executives on strategic, operational and clinical risk management,



emergency preparedness and business continuity planning.
- Coordinate emergency management, disaster recovery, incident response and business continuity activities to strengthen organisational resilience and service delivery.
- Facilitate risk assessments, incident investigations, emergency response exercises and training programs to enhance organisational capability and preparedness.
- Prepare high-quality reports, briefings and governance documentation while maintaining effective stakeholder relationships and supporting accreditation, safety and quality initiatives.

Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first.

You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here:

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

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📌 Safety and Quality Facilitator - Risk and Emergency Response (Brisbane)
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📍 Brisbane