About us:

The Central Queensland Public Health Unit (CQPHU) is responsible for maintaining preventative population health strategies within the Central Queensland and Central West regions.

Central Queensland Public Health Unit consists of a multi-disciplinary team of staff including Public Health Physicians, Public Health Nurses, Environmental Health officers, Epidemiologists, Data Officer and business services staff, including some with region wide roles. CQPHU covers both Central Queensland and Central West Hospital and Health Services (CWHHS).

About the role:

Coordinate, implement and evaluate a range of Culturally appropriate public health interventions across Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS) and CWHHS, to protect and promote health and prevent illness among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities, with a specific focus on the communicable disease prevention and control, and vaccination and other programs areas in line with relevant national, state policy direction and CQHHS strategies.

This role will be vital in providing culturally appropriate frontline Public Health interventions, including communicable disease support and response to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities within CQHHS and CWHHS. This will include effective and timely delivery of Chief Health Officer Directives, education, relevant policy and information sharing to best protect the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

About you:

• Although there are no mandatory qualifications, a tertiary qualifications or Diploma or certificate in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care will be highly regarded.
• Experience in Public Health program areas such as Immunisation and Health Promotion as they relate to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be highly regarded.
• Under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community.
• Knowledge or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of communicable disease issues, the factors contributing to high rates of communicable diseases and the range of strategies available to address them.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $9,800 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $47.18 - $51.98 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact [email protected]
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6C678401

Applications close: Sunday, 29 March 2026

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