Director of Public Health, Queensland Health
Step into a career-defining leadership role that shapes healthier futures across the Central Queensland and Central West regions. Open to Nursing (NG12), Medical (Public Health Physician) and Health Practitioner (HP7) applicants, this position leads prevention, protection and population-level health improvement for the region. You'll guide strategy, strengthen partnerships and influence long-term community wellbeing. If you're ready to lead meaningful system-wide change while enjoying a balanced regional lifestyle, we'd love to welcome you.
As Director of Public Health, you'll champion evidence-informed strategy, emergency preparedness, surveillance, environmental health and prevention initiatives that protect and promote the health of Central Queensland communities. You'll work closely with government, local organisations and clinical services to build capability, reduce risk and advance equity. This is an opportunity to lead a skilled multidisciplinary team and shape the region's strategic direction while enjoying Rockhampton's affordable living, coastal access, welcoming community and space to create the life you want.
About the role
* Lead strategic and operational public health functions across Central Queensland and Central West.
* Oversee disease control, environmental health, immunisation advice and surveillance.
* Strengthen governance, business continuity, quality systems and risk management.
* Guide research, clinical trials, grant activity and evidence translation.
* Build stakeholder relationships that support effective public health action.
* Manage multidisciplinary teams, financial performance and resources.
About you
* You hold the relevant qualifications and registration to be appointed as one of the following:
o Nurse: Hold a tertiary degree such as a Bachelor of Nursing and current AHPRA registration.
o Public Health Physician: Hold a degree in medicine (MBBS, MD or equivalent) with post graduate qualifications in Public Health or Epidemiology and registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a specialist in Public Health Medicine (Applicants awaiting conferral of qualifications and specialist registration will be considered for this role.)
o Health Practitioner:
+ Registration as a Health Practitioner with AHPRA, or
+ Qualification as an Environmental Health Officer recognised by Environmental Health Australia, or as an Epidemiologist and
+ Postgraduate research qualifications
* You are an experienced public health professional with leadership capability aligned to your employment stream.
* You collaborate confidently across clinical, research and government partners.
* You bring advanced public health knowledge and a commitment to evidence-based practice.
* You communicate with clarity, influence and purpose.
* You live our values of care, integrity, respect and commitment.
What we offer
* Nurse: Total remuneration value of up to $219,034 p.a. comprised of a salary of $191,973 p.a., 12.75% super and 17.5% leave loading.
* Health Practitioner: Total remuneration value of up to $225,004 p.a. comprised of a salary between $184,018 - $197,206 p.a., 12.75% super and 17.5% leave loading.
* Public Health Physician: Total remuneration value of up to $481,985 p.a. (L27) comprised of a salary between $216,643 - $274,678 p.a. and
o 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
o 17.5% leave loading
o Professional Development Leave – 3.6 weeks p.a.
o Professional Development Allowance - $21,500 p.a.
o Motor vehicle allowance
o Over‑time and on‑call allowances
o Attraction and retention incentive allowance
o Clinical manager allowance
Benefits
* Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
* Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
* Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
* Paid Parental Leave
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements
It is a condition of employment for this role that the employee be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply
To apply, please submit the following:
* Your current CV or resume, including referees.
* A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
* Any additional forms/evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
For assistance, contact ***************@health.qld.gov.au and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR).
Applications close
Sunday, 14 December 2025
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