Ahpra is seeking an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person to join our National Registration team as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Regulatory Officer (Registrations). This identified role provides dedicated support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander registered health practitioners and applicants across 16 regulated health professions. Through this work, you'll help improve the registration experience, support workforce participation, and contribute to embedding cultural safety across Australia's healthcare system. In partnership with the National Scheme's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy Group, Ahpra has committed to eliminating racism in healthcare and ensuring registered health practitioners deliver culturally safe care. This role is an important part of achieving that commitment.

About the role
As an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Regulatory Officer, you'll provide support and guidance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants and practitioners navigating the registration process. Working closely with the Engagement & Support Regulatory Advisor (Team Leader) and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy Unit, you'll help ensure cultural safety is embedded within Ahpra's registration functions while supporting key initiatives that strengthen the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce. This role offers the opportunity to build relationships across the health sector and work with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes for community. This is a full time role with an initial contract period of approximately three months.



There is a possibility of extension beyond this time. In this role, you will:
- Provide support and guidance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants and registered practitioners.
- Help identify opportunities to improve registration policies, processes, and services.
- Build and maintain relationships with employers, professional associations, and other key stakeholders.
- Support projects and initiatives that contribute to growing and strengthening the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce.
- Work collaboratively to embed cultural safety across registration practices and processes. What will make you successful? Success in this role comes from your ability to build trusted relationships, provide high-quality support and navigate complex matters with empathy, professionalism and sound judgement. You'll bring:
- A strong connection to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, communities, and culture.
- Experience living, working, and engaging as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
- Solid communication and relationship-building skills.
- A commitment to cultural safety and improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and provide excellent customer service.
- Confidence learning and applying legislation,



policies, and procedures. About you We're looking for someone who is passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and improving experiences within the healthcare system. You may have experience in:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health
- Community engagement
- Health workforce development
- Registration or regulatory environments
- Customer service or stakeholder support roles
- Government, community-controlled organisations or not-for-profit sectors You'll also demonstrate:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Sound problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Well-developed written communication skills. What's on offer
- Hybrid working arrangement with up to three days working from home.
- Attractive salary of $79,577 plus superannuation.
- Access to an Indigenous Employee Assistance Program.
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employee network.
- Formal mentoring opportunities.
- Cultural leave entitlements under the Ahpra Enterprise Agreement.

How to apply
Click Apply Now after reviewing the role descriptor. Please submit:
- Your current CV.
- A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your skills, experience and interest in the role.
- Closing Date: 11:30pm AEDT on Sunday 8th November 2026 For a confidential discussion, please contact Cara McDermott on [07 3149 6975](tel:07 3149 6975) or via email at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).

📌 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Regulatory Officer (Brisbane)
🏢 Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
📍 Brisbane