Mackay Hospital and Health Service is dedicated to delivering quality health care across the Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday regions.

Join our growing Health Service and be part of a culture built on collaboration, trust, respect, and teamwork.

Whether you’re working in regional, rural, or remote settings, we offer unique opportunities and experiences you won’t find in a metropolitan hospital.

Role details The Media and Communications team at the Mackay Base Hospital is seeking applications for a Senior Communications Officer to join their team on a temporary basis.

For information on how to apply and the mandatory requirements for this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.

Your opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Communications Officer to join the Media and Communications team within the Strategy and Governance portfolio at MHHS.

This role will focus on capital projects and infrastructure delivery, in addition to all general communications requirements.

It will ensure the MHHS communication strategies, policies and outputs are implemented and managed effectively through the provision of media relations, digital and internal communications.



You will have the opportunity to develop highly effective and targeted media and communication services and strategies.

About The Team The MHHS Media and Communication operates in a fast-paced environment and is responsible for internal and external communication.

About Our Hospital And Health Service

Mackay Hospital and Health Service has 6 hospitals, 2 multi-purpose health services and 4 community health centres that employ more than 3,500 staff. The district covers an area of approximately 90,000km2 and provides services to patients and their families in Bowen, Cannonvale, Clermont, Collinsville, Dysart, Glenden, Mackay, Middlemount, Moranbah, Proserpine and Sarina.

Some Of Our Great Benefits On Offer

- Competitive wages, salary packaging and leave entitlements
- Flexible working arrangements
- A diverse work culture
- Career development
- Career development opportunities
- Education opportunities, Study and Research
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport

Occupational group Administration

📌 Senior Communications Officer - Media and Communications (Mackay)
🏢 Mackay Hospital And Health Service
📍 Mackay