Join us as a Governance and Compliance Advisor providing expert advice across workplace health, safety, rehabilitation & wellbeing.

Supporting governance, consultation and compliance, ensuring legislative requirements and best practice are met while promoting a safe and supportive workplace.

Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Auditing & Compliance
Classification AO5
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV693414
Closing date 12-Oct-2026
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Salary Other
Job duration Permanent full-time
Contact person Catherine Duffy
Contact details (07) 4433 1753
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About the opportunity

The Governance and Compliance Advisor provides high-level technical expertise and support on all workplace safety matters, interventions and strategies to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Health Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) Management System, legislative obligations, codes of practice, Queensland Health (QH) policy and standards, and Australian Standards.

The role provides high-level advice, analysis and reports in relation to a range of workplace health and safety, workplace rehabilitation and psychosocial/wellbeing related matters with a particular focus on governance, consultation and representation arrangements.

The role works collaboratively with key stakeholders across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) to develop, coordinate and implement strategic health and safety management systems, programs and initiatives supporting effective governance, consultation and representation.

The role proactively monitors organisational health and safety governance performance, current research, emerging issues, legislative changes and industry trends to identify and develop innovative best practice initiatives and ensure legislative and policy compliance to address key HSW risks across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.

PLEASE NOTE - This is a permanent full-time role.

About your new employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a agile and diverse healthcare environment, supporting high-quality service delivery across a large regional network. As a leading tertiary provider,



we foster innovation, multidisciplinary collaboration and continuous professional development. We operate 21 facilities: 19 hospitals and health centres and two residential aged care homes. More than 6,600 staff work across our facilities, which is about one in every 17 working people, making us members of the communities we serve.

Employees benefit from strong career development opportunities, including access to training, education and progression pathways, supported by partnerships with leading institutions.

Our organisation promotes a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture, combined with the lifestyle advantages of North Queensland — including short commutes, affordable living and access to both urban and coastal communities. Flexible work options and a strong focus on employee wellbeing support a balanced and rewarding career.

Role requirements

- Whilst not mandatory, a tertiary qualification in Workplace Health and Safety, Risk Management, or Governance would be highly regarded.
- Lead Auditor in OHS Management Systems is desirable.
- Certificate IV Training and Assessment is desirable.
- While not mandatory, knowledge of Industry Standards; ISO 45001:2018 Occupational health and safety management systems, ISO 37301:2021 Compliance Management System and AS ISO 31000:2018 Risk Management Standards would be well regarded.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and .

- Salary range: $4292.70 - $4670.60 p.f. (AO5)
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Locality allowance
- Plus

options may be available

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Enquiries are welcome: Catherine Duffy on (07) 4433 1753

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Applications close: Monday, 12 October 2026





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