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The role
In this role, you will be responsible for processing licensing applications and ensuring compliance with public health legislation. Key tasks include data entry, verifying application details, and managing databases to maintain data integrity. You'll also handle the approval of low-risk renewal applications, issue licence documentation, and process financial transactions related to applications, such as reconciling EFTPOS payments. Adherence to service quality standards and health and safety policies is essential to delivering high-quality and safe services.
Additionally, you will respond to telephone and email enquiries, providing advice to clients and prospective clients on licensing matters. You'll also manage document control systems, correspond with licensees regarding outstanding requests, and consult with internal teams for high-level queries. The role requires a customer-service mindset, contributing to a team-focused environment that prioritizes results and efficiency.
The successful person
To succeed in this role, you should possess proven data entry skills with a strong attention to detail, as well as the ability to work efficiently and accurately. You must also have excellent time management abilities, enabling you to meet deadlines and manage your workload effectively.
Additionally, a flexible attitude towards work, a willingness to assist team members with urgent tasks, and a strong desire to collaborate within a high-performing, client-focused team are essential.
About us
The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.
Under the leadership of the Deputy Director General, QPHa SS brings together key system support functions and the surveillance, prevention and control of communicable diseases and public health risks in Queensland - Leading the statewide planning and coordination of programs and services to prevent or control, health-related diseases, hazards and harmful practices and enhance protective health factors to promote the overall health and wellbeing of Queenslanders. A scope of service that covers the whole State across four key pillars; Pathology Queensland; Biomedical Technology Services, Forensic and Scientific Services and Public Health.
Benefits

• A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity:

• Please submit your resume (including the details of two referees), and
• A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.