Department of HealthHospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NthLaunceston General Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 07 June, 2026 1:45 PM (AEST)
Award/Classification
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 6
$107,899 to $122,292 per annum
Employment type
Permanent, full-time
Region
North
Location
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
The Team
Hospitals North is responsible for a broad range of healthcare services delivered within the Launceston General Hospital (LGH) and through eight regional Primary Health sites. The LGH is Tasmania's second largest hospital and the major referral centre for Northern Tasmania, providing inpatient and ambulatory services to Launceston and surrounding areas. Hospitals North is the largest employer in the region with approximately 3,800 staff and works closely together to deliver excellence in healthcare.
The Role
This Project Officer works in the Office of the Chief Executive, Hospitals North, to implement projects aligned with strategic initiatives. The role provides high-level project support, guidance to team members, and drafts documentation for projects relating to corporate services.
You will need
* Project Management and Stakeholder Engagement Skills: Manage and implement strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with stakeholders for successful delivery of outcomes.
* Policy Alignment and Risk Management Skills: Provide support and coordination to ensure that project activities adhere to Agency policies, core business functions, and relevant legislation. Identify risks, issues, and support meetings and negotiations.
* Complex Issue Resolution Skills: Provide high-level advice on complex and contentious issues that impact or are impacted by project activities and contribute to developing solutions.
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all selection criteria of this position.
Benefits
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
Details of appointment
Permanent full-time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight.
Applicants may also be considered for subsequent or similar vacancies in the first year of publication.
Desired qualifications
* Relevant qualifications from a recognised institute or equivalent experience.
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