Senior Project Officer - Community Health and Wellbeing (Cairns)

About this role

Senior Project Officer – Community Health and Wellbeing

Temporary Full-Time | Cairns Immediate start to 30 June 2027 (with possibility of extension)

Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Dr Katrina Campbell, (07) 3031 0160 would love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have about the role.

About the role

As the Senior Project Officer - Community Health and Wellbeing, you'll lead the design and development of community-led wellbeing initiatives that support resilience and recovery across Torres and Cape communities. Working closely with the Assistant Director of Nursing - Community Health and Wellbeing Program and the Community Engagement Manager, you'll help deliver culturally responsive, trauma-informed programs that empower communities and foster lasting wellbeing.

This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders, strengthen community partnerships and contribute to initiatives that make a meaningful difference across the region.

Why you'll love this role

This is more than a project role - it's an opportunity to help shape healthier, stronger and more resilient communities.

At Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, you'll join a passionate team committed to improving health outcomes through collaboration, innovation and culturally responsive practice. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals, build strong relationships with communities, and contribute to projects that have a lasting impact across one of Australia's most unique and diverse regions.

What you'll get

• Salary of $4,814.50 - $5,157.20 per fortnight

• Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service

• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution

• Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)

• 17.5% annual leave loading

Your life in Cairns

Enjoy the perfect balance of career and lifestyle in Tropical North Queensland.

Spend your weekends exploring the Great Barrier Reef, ancient rainforests and nearby Cape York, while enjoying Cairns' vibrant dining scene, outdoor lifestyle and relaxed pace of life. With short commutes, a welcoming community and easy access to some of Australia's most spectacular natural attractions, Cairns is an exceptional place to live and work.

Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.

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Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.