Area Coordinator - Support Services

Townsville Hospital and Health Service; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks annual leave pro rata

12.75% employer superannuation

Salary packaging options may be negoti

Job summary

Townsville Hospital and Health Service invites applications for the Area Coordinator, Support Services Department, to supervise and coordinate the Support Services workforce at Townsville University Hospital on a permanent part-time night shift roster. The role oversees environmental cleaning and patient support services across multiple campuses in a large regional network.

The position requires leading a 24/7 roster with a commitment to safety, quality, and staff development.

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating support services teams
• Ability to supervise environmental cleaning and patient services workforce
• Commitment to roaster management and service delivery

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise the Support Services Department workforce in daily operational delivery.
• Ensure 24/7 roster coverage for environmental cleaning and patient services.
• Support delivery of high-quality clinical support services across campus.

Skills

Leadership

Roster coordination

Education

Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (BSB 42015 or equivalent)

Job description

Townsville Hospital and Health Service – Townsville QLD

The Area Coordinator, Support Services Department, is responsible for the coordination and supervision of the Support Services Department workforce in it's daily operational service delivery (environmental cleaning and patient support services) at the Townsville University Hospital working a 24/7 roster.

About the Department

The Support Services Department provides the essential operational services (environmental cleaning, patient services, waste, and linen) in support to clinical service delivery across the Townsville University Hospital campus, the Kirwan Health campus and four Townsville Community Health sites.

PLEASE NOTE: These are permanent part-time NIGHT SHIFT roles, working 56 hours per fortnight. Multiple positions available.

Role requirements

• While not mandatory, a relevant qualification in the following would be preferred.
• Certificate IV in Leadership and Management (BSB 42015 or equivalent) completed or enrolled with a commitment to complete.
• The possession of a licence to operate a class “C” motor vehicle is required.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

About your new employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a dynamic 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.

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.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $39.34 - $43.03 p.h. (OO4)
• 4 weeks (pro rata) annual leave with 17.5% loading
• Locality allowance
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available