Reliability & Healthcare Standards Senior Officer

Are you ready to use your expertise to make a lasting impact on regional healthcare?
Central Queensland Health is looking for dedicated professionals to join our Reliability and Health Care Standards Team. Whether you are an experienced clinician or a governance expert, this is your chance to lead high-level compliance and safety initiatives that directly improve patient outcomes. From the stunning Capricorn Coast to our vibrant regional hubs, you’ll find a community that values your contribution and a role that offers true work-life balance.
Apply today to become a champion of amazing care!

Joining our Quality and Safety Division means working “at the elbow” of clinical teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement. We operate as a trusted business partner, providing frameworks and practical support to ensure care is delivered to the highest standards. Our team doesn't just monitor standards; we translate data and insights into meaningful actions that strengthen our entire health service. You will be part of a connected, multidisciplinary group dedicated to ensuring Central Queenslanders have access to the best possible care.

The Quality and Safety Division leads and supports the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred care across CQHHS. We work collaboratively to support clinical governance, monitoring key indicators to inform decision-making and drive innovation. Our team is committed to a "Safety-II" approach—learning from what goes right to build resilient healthcare systems for our diverse regional communities.

• Implement and monitor organisational quality standards, clinical policies, and governance frameworks.
• Lead evaluation and reporting against National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards.
• Analyse complex datasets and emerging risks to identify opportunities for system-level improvement.
• Deliver at-the-elbow training and education to build clinical governance capability across the service.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and consumer partners to enhance patient safety initiatives.

• You possess a high-level understanding of healthcare standards and clinical governance processes and hold the mandatory qualifications for preferred stream.
• You are a skilled communicator capable of engaging effectively with clinicians, executives, and patients.
• You have advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex policy and data.
• You are committed to ongoing professional learning and fostering a positive safety culture.
• You demonstrate leadership through role-modelling exemplary professional standards.

Total remuneration value of up to $62,943 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $63.34 - $67.85 p.h. (AO6)
• An hourly rate between $64.64 - $69.55 p.h. (HP4)
• An hourly rate between $57.76 - $61.85 p.h. (NRG6)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

• 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

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.

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 ••••@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6G689284

Applications close: Sunday, 16 August 2026

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