*The Role An prospect has become available for a Director Speech Pathology and Audiology to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

Be responsible for the professional oversight of all Speech Pathologists and Audiologists

Provide strategic leadership in the development of the Speech Pathology and Audiology profession

Be responsible for solving complex clinical service or work-flow issues

Drive innovative clinical practice, service development and improvement, clinical education and research initiatives

Utilise high-level negotiation and conflict management skills

About you To be successful in this position you will require:

Tertiary degree in Speech Pathology or Audiology

Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B

Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required

Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check)

Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed

Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

Adaptable work options

Career Development

Salary Packaging

Modern Facilities

Diverse Work Culture

Research Opportunities

12.75% super

17.5% leave loading

Salary

Permanent full time

Base salary ranging from $188,128 - $201,251 per annum

About Us





Gold Coast Health provides public health care services to more than 500,000 people living in one of Australia's most desired lifestyle destinations.

With an annual budget exceeding $1 billion, the service oversees more than 800 beds across two hospitals, as well as a range of community facilities offering services in child, mental, oral and sexual health.

About Gold Coast Health

Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care

Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion

More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts

Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities

Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best

Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 3 November 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC694600

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📌 Director Speech Pathology and Audiology (Gold Coast)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Gold Coast