Director of Speech Pathology

Director of Speech Pathology, HP5, Allied Health Services, Bundaberg Hospital - H2606WB685203

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Speech Pathology leader to join Allied Health Services as Director of Speech Pathology. You will provide strategic leadership for Speech Pathology services, driving excellence in clinical care, workforce development, governance, and innovation to improve health outcomes across the community, while enjoying the attractive coastal lifestyle, welcoming community, and career opportunities that come with living and working in Bundaberg.

Your Opportunity

• To provide independent, well-developed speech pathology clinical services and high-level operational management of the Speech Pathology Department at Bundaberg Hospital.
• To professionally lead speech pathology services within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service (North and Rurals) and provide high level strategic direction and advocacy within multiple speciality areas and multidisciplinary teams across the Hospital and Health Service.
• To operationally manage the Bundaberg Speech Pathology department delivering services to patients of Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service in accordance with organisational goals.

Permanent Full Time (76 hours p.f.) or Permanent Part Time Positions (hours negotiable)

Qualifications and other requirements

• Mandatory possession of a qualification as a Speech Pathologist from a registered tertiary institution (or equivalent) as and a current membership or eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• Blue Card: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act (2000) requires Queensland Health to seek a ‘working with children check’ from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position. Your appointment to the position is subject to the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian issuing you with a favourable suitability notice. Queensland Health will meet the cost of this check and future renewals.

Why join us?

Career Growth: At Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, we invest in your development with continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive team culture.

Inclusive Culture: We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all voices are heard, and innovation can flourish.

Impactful Work: Be a part of an organisation that's shaping the future of healthcare and making a real difference to the lives of individuals.

Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, including competitive remuneration, training and development and flexible work arrangements and leave options.

Our offer: You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $172,615 p.a., comprising salary between $144,991 - $151,289 p.a. (f/t) or salary rates between $73.13 - $76.30 p.h. (p/t), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HP5) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f. or Permanent Part Time Positons, hours negotiable) (Applications will remain current for 12 months) Job Ad Reference: H2606WB685203

Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:

• Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
• Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
• Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay
• Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
• Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
• The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Bundaberg, Hervey Bay and Maryborough, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

Discover Bundaberg

Bundaberg and the Coral Coast region is where the coastline meets the country, just four hours' drive north of Brisbane. Indulge in the region's fresh local produce, seafood and iconic drinks and enjoy endless stretches of family-friendly beaches and nearby national parks where you can camp, fish, swim and surf the day away. Bundaberg is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and has an enviable year-round climate. The city boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery.

Application:https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-H2606WB685203

Closing Date: Monday, 13th July 2026