"Manager, Murtupuni Centre of Rural and Remote Health (MCRRH)"

Job Description:

• HEWL 8 | Full-time Equivalent (1.0FTE) Fixed Term to 31 December 2026
• Based at the Murtupuni campus in Mount Isa
• Contribute to meaningful research and education that makes a real difference globally.
• Join a collaborative, inclusive workplace with professional development opportunities.

James Cook University is seeking an experienced strategic and operations leader who is passionate about improving rural and remote health and supporting health and medical education and workforce development in Northwest Queensland.

About the role

The Manager, Murtupuni Centre of Rural and Remote Health (MCRRH) manages and oversees the daily operations of University Departments of Rural Health (UDRH) Mount Isa node and is responsible for the day-to-day management of key business and administrative processes.

Key responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the planning and executing of MCRRH’s strategic and operational priorities, ensuring delivery of measurable outcomes aligned with strategic and operational plans.
• Support senior academic and administrative leadership by providing effective budgeting, procurement and forecasting that enables strategic decision making and achievements of key performance indicators.
• Drive innovation and process improvement by developing and implementing systems, processes and procedures for the efficient management of the UDRH.
• Deliver well-maintained, functional and fit-for-purpose infrastructure by coordinating development, refurbishment and maintenance activities.

About you

You are an experienced leader with strong judgement, the ability to manage complexity, and a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement.

You will bring:

• Business, Management and/or Finance qualifications and experience appropriate to a HEWL 8 role under the Enterprise Agreement.
• Proven senior leadership and people management experience, ideally in health, education or regional service delivery.
• Broad project management experience, coordinating multiple concurrent projects and achieving successful outcomes in accordance with quality, time and budget constraints.
• High developed communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated broad financial, resource and infrastructure management experience.

Why work at JCU

As Australia’s university for the Tropics, JCU offers a purpose-driven, collaborative environment where your leadership will have a meaningful impact on health education and workforce outcomes across regional Australia.

• 5 weeks annual leave + leave loading
• Flexible work arrangements
• Up to 12 months paid parental leave
• Salary packaging options
• Paid study leave and staff development programs
• Fitness Passport and health insurance discounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)

How to Apply and Contact Details

Click the ‘apply’ button where you will be asked to complete an application form or alternatively, please apply directly via the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:

1. Complete the application form
2. Upload your current resume
3. Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.

Applications close on Friday 13 March 2026 at 11:55 PM AEST.

Further information is available by contacting Associate Professor Aaron Hollins at aaron.hollins@jcu.edu.au

About our process

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