Recruitment and Appointments Officer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 81,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Remote work option

Competitive salary

Job summary

Townsville Hospital and Health Service in Cairns, Queensland, is seeking an experienced recruitment professional to deliver end-to-end recruitment services in line with Queensland Health policy. The role supports client-focused processes, advertising, and setup for interviews while maintaining high administration standards.

Flexible work arrangements are offered, including potential remote work where operationally possible.

Qualifications

• Previous end to end recruitment experience (including advertising)
• Knowledge in talent acquisition and highly developed administration experience would be highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a client-focused end-to-end recruitment service in accordance with Queensland Health policy and guidelines.
• Assist in advertising components and administration to meet organisational requirements

Skills

End-to-end recruitment

Talent acquisition

Administration

Job description

Townsville Hospital and Health Service – Cairns QLD

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $3129.60 to $3480.40 p.f. or $41.17 to $45.79 p.h. (AO3)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
• Flexible work arrangements - full-time or part-time, may be available for the successful candidate, including the opportunity to work remotely where operational requirements allow.

About your opportunity:

To support the delivery of a client focused end-to-end recruitment service in accordance with Queensland Health policy and guidelines to meet the organisational requirements of the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.

Requirements:

• Previous end to end recruitment experience (including the advertising component), knowledge in talent acquisition and highly developed administration experience would be highly desirable.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

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