The primary focus of this role is to ensure Gold Coast Hospital and Health is effectively reporting, assessing and dealing with complaints of suspected corrupt conduct and misconduct made about staff, including complying with administrative and legislative obligations
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Principal Investigator (Ethical Standards Unit) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
* Plan, coordinate, conduct, manage and review investigations in a thorough, fair and impartial manner
* Assist in the development of recommendations or systemic organisational and workplace change
* Provide high level direction and recommendations to stakeholders on appropriate strategies to resolve allegations and complaints
* Assist with the provision of strategic and expert practical investigation advice and support to the Health Service Chief Executive and Executive Directors within Gold Coast Health
* Prepare reports correspondence and briefing notes
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
* While not mandatory, a relevant qualification, such as legal studies, human resource management, industrial relations or a Certificate IV in Corporate or Government Investigations would be well regarded.
* Driver Licence
* Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
* Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
* Flexible work options
* Career Development
* Salary Packaging
* Modern Facilities
* Diverse Work Culture
* Research Opportunities
* 12.75% super
* 17.5% leave loading
Salary
* Temporary full time (six months with the possibility of extension)
* Base salary ranging from $5 370.60 - $5 763.70 per fortnight
About Us
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) acts on behalf of Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS) and provides legal advice and services to management and staff across a broad range of legal issues in a coordinated and cost-effective manner. It serves as a resource for informed decision-making and creative problem-solving to facilitate the health service's pursuit of its mission to be a leader in compassionate, sustainable, highly reliable healthcare.
The OGC is situated within the Executive Division of Corporate Affairs. It is comprised of the Legal Services, Right to Information and Privacy and the Ethical Standards Unit.
About Gold Coast Health
* Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
* Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
* More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
* Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
* Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
* A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
* Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 21 May 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC682417
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.