About your employer
Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a dynamic and supportive environment where employees can contribute to meaningful work that supports high-quality healthcare for the community. As a major tertiary and referral service, we provide opportunities to work within a large, diverse organisation that values improvement, accountability and strong organisational performance.
We are committed to professional growth, offering access to development programs, training opportunities and pathways to build capability and leadership skills. Staff benefit from a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture that encourages innovation, teamwork and continuous improvement.
Located in beautiful North Queensland, our region offers the advantages of regional living with the professional opportunities of a large health service. Employees enjoy short commutes, affordable living, and access to coastal, rural and urban environments. We offer flexible work options and prioritise employee wellbeing to support a healthy work-life balance.
Competitive salary and benefits
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
Base salary range: $108,735 to $118,307 p.a. (AO5)
4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
Plus great salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
Flexible working arrangements may be available
About your opportunity
As the Administration Services Manager for the Surgical Service Group, you will lead a team that plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality clinical care. You will oversee the coordination of administrative services, ensuring they are responsive, efficient and aligned with the needs of a busy surgical environment.
You will also manage key business functions across the Service Group, ensuring compliance with legislative, organisational and Department of Health requirements. Your leadership will help drive operational performance, support strategic priorities and strengthen the systems and processes that enable excellent patient care.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys improving systems, and is confident building strong relationships with clinical and administrative teams.
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: Dushy Balasubramaniam on (07) 4433 0978.
Applications close: Thursday, 14 May 2026.
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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.