**Exciting opportunities available now with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service
.**
About the work unit / facility
The Infrastructure Office supports the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) in delivering safe, effective, and sustainable healthcare services through best practice in:
* Capital works project development and delivery
* Asset management
* Space management
* Commercial property and lease management
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence
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: $150,906 to $159,677 p.a. (AO8)
* 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
* 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
* Plus great Salary Packaging options
* Flexible working arrangements may be available
About your opportunity
The Deputy Director of the Infrastructure Office will provide strategic leadership and hands‑on management of Townsville HHS capital works projects.
This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the Capital Works Program — valued between $10M and $50M annually — ensuring alignment with the strategic objectives of the State Government, Department of Health, and Townsville HHS.
The following knowledge, skills and experience will be highly regarded:
* Strong knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, the Queensland Government Capital Works Management Framework
* Strong knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, the Australian Health Facility Guidelines
* Demonstrated experience in developing and compiling capital works business cases
* Qualifications in Health Service Planning and/or Health Facility Planning
* PRINCE2 project management qualifications or equivalent demonstrated knowledge
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Robert Kent on
Applications close: Thursday, 18 December 2025.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.