Staff Specialist - Surgeon

About your opportunity:

This opportunity is for a General Surgeon with special interest and training in colorectal surgery.

The Townsville University Hospital is a 600 plus bed hospital. Currently there are 11 consultants working in the General Surgical department, with consultant subspecialty interests in Breast, Endocrine, Colorectal, HPB and Oesophago-gastric surgery. The hospital has an intensive care unit, radiology department with interventional capability, PET scanner, radiation oncology, anorectal physiology and manometry, and the full range of Surgical and Medical specialty groups. There are endoscopy sessions allocate to colorectal surgery.

About your new employer:

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range (part-time):
  • $124.13 to $131.61 p.h. (L25-L27)
  • $103.80 to $120.57 p.h. (L18-L24)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Attraction and retention incentive allowance (50% base salary)
• Motor vehicle allowance between $21,000 and $25,500 p.a.
• Professional development allowance of $21,500 p.a. + 3.6 weeks p.a. leave
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable)
• All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP committee.
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.
• Participation in an accredited training scheme in breast surgery.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

For a confidential discussion please contact: Scott Whiting on (07) 4433 7721.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV683470

Applications close: Sunday, 5 July 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.