The Tribunal is an independent government body operating in accordance with the Mental Health Act 2016 (Qld). The Tribunal's primary purpose is to review the involuntary status of persons with a mental illness and/or intellectual disability. Above all, the Tribunal seeks to make hearings fair and accessible to all parties, in addition to promoting involvement from patients/consumers. Further information regarding the Tribunal can be found here.

The Position

Reporting to the President, the Legal Member will be appointed on a full time basis for a term of up to three years. The successful applicant will assist the President and Deputy President in leading, supporting, implementing and sustaining the Tribunal's operations across Queensland.

In addition, the Legal Member must have the necessary knowledge and expertise to be appointed as a President's delegate pursuant to section 772 of the Mental Health Act 2016 and to exercise the functions, powers and duties in accordance with the Instrument of Delegation.

Eligibility

A person eligible for appointment as a Legal Member of the Tribunal must:

- Be a lawyer of at least five (5) years standing. That is, you must be admitted to the legal profession in Australia for a minimum of five (5) years.




- Satisfy the Minister for Health and Ambulance Services that they possess the competencies developed by the President under section 714(3) of the Mental Health Act 2016.

People from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, are encouraged to apply.

Applicants with experience or expertise in the intellectual disability field, particularly forensic disability, are encouraged to apply.

Travel

This position will require travel within Queensland and as otherwise required, within Australia for Tribunal matters, and Tribunal associated business.

Application Details and Further Information

Applications close: Friday, 27 Nov 2026

Interested persons should apply through www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au, selecting the Department of Health / Mental Health Review Tribunal and completing the application package.

Support to complete applications, along with further information, may be obtained by contacting the Tribunal's Recruitment team at [email protected] or by phoning (07) 3338 8329.

📌 Legal Member - Mental Health Review Tribunal (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Health
📍 Brisbane