Senior Correspondence Officer (Office of the Health Service Chief Executive)

About this role

About your opportunity

Are you a highly organised professional with a talent for communication and attention to detail?

This exciting opportunity places you at the centre of executive decision-making, coordinating complex correspondence and preparing briefing materials, ministerial documents and executive reports.

Your work will help ensure senior leaders have access to high-quality information and advice to support effective healthcare leadership across the organisation.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements .

• Base salary range: $109,262 to $118,881 p.a.

• 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 employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a dynamic and diverse healthcare environment, supporting high-quality service delivery across a large regional network. As a leading tertiary provider, we foster innovation, multidisciplinary collaboration and continuous professional development.

Employees benefit from strong career development opportunities, including access to training, education and progression pathways, supported by partnerships with leading institutions.

Our organisation promotes a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture, combined with the lifestyle advantages of North Queensland — including short commutes, affordable living and access to both urban and coastal communities. Flexible work options and a strong focus on employee wellbeing support a balanced and rewarding career.

What you'll bring

• Extensive experience in managing high volumes of correspondence/documentation, including the preparation, proofreading, formatting, editing, and quality assurance of incoming and outgoing documents.

• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities, including the capacity to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Contemporary experience in driving process efficiencies through the innovative use of technology and systems.

• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and deliver outcomes.

• Whilst not mandatory, a tertiary qualification in Communications is highly desirable.

• Whilst not mandatory, experience in a similar role with a government entity would be highly regarded.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and take the next step in your career!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Teresa Stratton on (07) 3542 3134.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV689814

Applications close: Sunday, 23 August 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.