Director People and Culture Transformation

About your opportunity:

As the Director People and Culture Transformation, you will lead the design and delivery of  a people and culture transformation strategy and resulting program for Townsville Hospital and Health Service.  Driving impactful people and culture projects and fostering alignment across existing initiatives, this role ensures a holistic approach to transformation across Townsville Hospital and Health Service, encompassing people, processes, systems, and policy development to embed transformative practices in all aspects of the organisation.

The Director is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping a values-driven culture and leading organisation wide strategies. A central focus is on leading a program of work to deliver the transformation required to realise the ambitions of the Townsville Hospital and Health Service Workforce Strategy 2026 – 2030.

This is a permanent full-time position.

About your new employer:

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.

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: $160,092 to $169,398 p.a. (AO8)
• 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:

• Tertiary qualification in organisational development, human resource management, organisational behaviour, psychology or related field is highly desirable.
• Advanced studies in leadership, change management or project managemnent would be highly valued.
• A relevant master's qualification is desirable.
• 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: Jodee Engeman on 0421 447 407.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV693806

Applications close: Tuesday, 27 October 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.