Associate Nurse Manager- Candidate Care (Cairns)

Department of Health to Queensland

Cairns, Cairns and Far North QLD

Nursing to Management (Healthcare and Medical)

Government to State (Government and Defence)

Full time

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Help shape the future of nursing and midwifery workforce delivery across Torres and Cape

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Associate Nurse Manager to Candidate Care (Recruitment)

Temporary Full-Time | Up to 5 July 2027 (with the possibility of extension)

Location: Cairns

Join a passionate and forward-thinking team supporting nursing and midwifery recruitment across one of Australia's most unique healthcare regions.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Nurse Manager to Candidate Care to coordinate recruitment and onboarding for nursing and midwifery staff across Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service.

This role is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building connections, and brings strong clinical knowledge into workforce coordination.

Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn?

About the Role

As the Associate Nurse Manager to Candidate Care, you will support nursing and midwifery recruitment and workforce coordination across TCHHS.

In this role, you will:

Coordinate recruitment and onboarding processes

Support candidates throughout the recruitment journey

Work collaboratively with hiring managers and workforce teams

Contribute to workforce planning and service delivery

Support safe, high-quality care through effective workforce coordination

This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. You'll work across primary health care centres, rural and remote hospitals, integrated health services and community teams to helping connect healthcare professionals with meaningful careers across Torres and Cape.

About You

You will demonstrate:

A strong clinical background in nursing or midwifery

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

The ability to manage competing priorities

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Commitment to delivering a positive candidate experience

What we offer:

Base salary comprising between 128,117 to 130,806 p.a.

Workplace benefits Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service

Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75%

Annual leave loading of 17.5%

Salary and benefits Careers (health.qld.gov.au)

Professional Development: Our training is recognised as some of the best in the world

Living within the Torres and Cape region means you will be able to enjoy:

Immersing yourself in nature, from the outback to tropical rainforests, coral reefs and extraordinary landscapes.

Short commute to work, allowing greater work/life balance

Rich Indigenous Culture

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Contact: Keiva Heemi at 0447295734