Project Engineer BEMS

About the work unit / facility

Building, Engineering and Maintenance Services / Facilities and Integrated Support Services / Townsville University Hospital

About your opportunity

The BEMS Project Engineer will be required to undertake planning and delivery of project management services as required in construction and maintenance of buildings, plant and equipment within the Townville Hospital and Health Service including rural health facilities.

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.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

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.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $106,525 to $116,502 p.a. (PO3)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration

• Possession of a Degree in Engineering (Electrical / Electronic / Mechanical / Building / Civil) from a recognised tertiary institution or equivalent (Mandatory).
• Obtain and maintain membership of the Institution of Engineers, Australia (Desirable).
• Licence to Operate Vehicle. This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.
• This position is located at the Townsville University Hospital and will require travel and work at other facilities located throughout THHS.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Participate in the “ON-CALL' roster for the provision of Building Engineering and Maintenance Services.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:

Desmond McKeown on 0429 457 882.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV684599

Applications close: Thursday, 18 June 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.