About The Role
In collaboration with the WMH executive, clinical leads and community stakeholders this role ensures culturally responsive health service delivery, provides professional leadership, advice, advocacy, and support for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce professions throughout WMH and advice to executives and senior roles on all aspects of the professions including strategic workforce and policy planning.
The role directs the operations of clinical governance, credentialing, workforce redesign, education and research frameworks for the Professions in conjunction with Medical, Nursing and Midwifery and Allied Health professional leads.
What We're Looking For
Please refer to the "Your key responsibilities" in the attached role description.
Mandatory Requirements
Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. *****
To perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****.
An Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a person who identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and is either:
of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; or
accepted as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community in which he or she lives.
Current registration with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practice Board, and
A relevant Bachelor degree (AQF level 7) or higher qualification.
Should the successful applicant not hold some or all of the required qualifications and registrations listed above,



they may be appointed under the 'no qualification' classification and employment arrangements until all requirements are met.
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, At West Moreton Health
We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and protected in every interaction.
We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Why choose us
Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to *****% super.
A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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📌 Director - Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Health Professions (Identified) (Queensland)
🏢 West Moreton Hospital and Health Service
📍 Queensland