Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
Employer Business Type
Profile Summary
Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service (TCHHS) is a public health service provider in Queensland, Australia, delivering comprehensive healthcare across the Torres Strait Islands, Northern Peninsula Area, and Cape York. It serves a widely dispersed population of more than 26,000 residents, a majority of whom identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, making it one of Australia’s largest health services for First Nations communities.
TCHHS operates multiple facilities including two hospitals (Thursday Island and Bamaga), a multi-purpose health service in Cooktown, an integrated service in Weipa, and 31 primary health care centres. Its services encompass emergency care, primary and acute health, maternity, dental, mental health, allied health, aged care, and specialist outreach programs tailored to remote and rural needs.
The organisation’s mission emphasises quality, culturally respectful care close to home, supported by partnerships, community engagement, and initiatives like the Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme to improve access to specialist care.
TCHHS operates multiple facilities including two hospitals (Thursday Island and Bamaga), a multi-purpose health service in Cooktown, an integrated service in Weipa, and 31 primary health care centres. Its services encompass emergency care, primary and acute health, maternity, dental, mental health, allied health, aged care, and specialist outreach programs tailored to remote and rural needs.
The organisation’s mission emphasises quality, culturally respectful care close to home, supported by partnerships, community engagement, and initiatives like the Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme to improve access to specialist care.
Speciality / Key Therapy Areas
Area Insights
Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service operates across the Torres Strait Islands, Northern Peninsula Area, and Cape York in Far North Queensland. Key facilities such as Thursday Island Hospital are centrally located within close-knit communities, offering convenient access to local shops, cafés, schools, and essential services. Street parking is generally available, and the compact township layout makes walking and cycling practical options for daily commuting.
Despite its remote setting, the region is supported by regular air and sea links to Cairns and other major centres, ensuring connectivity for both professional and personal travel. The area offers a unique tropical lifestyle, rich Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, and a strong sense of community. Working here provides the opportunity to enjoy island and coastal living while delivering meaningful healthcare services in one of Queensland’s most culturally diverse and naturally beautiful regions.
Despite its remote setting, the region is supported by regular air and sea links to Cairns and other major centres, ensuring connectivity for both professional and personal travel. The area offers a unique tropical lifestyle, rich Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, and a strong sense of community. Working here provides the opportunity to enjoy island and coastal living while delivering meaningful healthcare services in one of Queensland’s most culturally diverse and naturally beautiful regions.
Work Culture
Why work with us
At Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, we offer more than just a job — we provide a fulfilling career with purpose in one of Queensland’s most culturally rich and remote regions. Our work is guided by strong values of Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Engagement, ensuring a supportive, inclusive and respectful workplace culture.
Working with us means enjoying real professional autonomy within a diverse, multidisciplinary team where each day brings new learning opportunities and meaningful impact within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. You’ll benefit from professional development support, leadership opportunities and robust networks to grow your skills and career.
We also offer attractive workplace benefits, including remote and rural allowances, competitive salaries, relocation assistance, accommodation options, generous leave entitlements, and wellbeing support programs such as Employee Assistance and mental health services for rural workers.
Joining us means delivering quality, culturally respectful healthcare close to home, while building a rewarding career in a unique, community-focused environment.
Working with us means enjoying real professional autonomy within a diverse, multidisciplinary team where each day brings new learning opportunities and meaningful impact within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. You’ll benefit from professional development support, leadership opportunities and robust networks to grow your skills and career.
We also offer attractive workplace benefits, including remote and rural allowances, competitive salaries, relocation assistance, accommodation options, generous leave entitlements, and wellbeing support programs such as Employee Assistance and mental health services for rural workers.
Joining us means delivering quality, culturally respectful healthcare close to home, while building a rewarding career in a unique, community-focused environment.
Team Size
900+
Employed Medical Doctors
Employed Oral Health Professionals
Employed Nursing Professionals
Employed Allied Health Professionals
Business Address
163 Draper Street,
Cairns & Far North QLD , Australia
Jobs posted by Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
Clinical Nurse Renal | Permanent Full Time | Bamaga
The Clinical Nurse - Renal plays a vital leadership role in the Bamaga Dialysis Unit, deliveri...
Job Classification
Renal Nurse
Posted By:
Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
Annual
Start Timeframe:
Immediately
Posted Date:
24-Mar-2026
🌅 Bamaga: Remote lifestyle living isn’t for everyone - but for the right person, it’s everything! Join Torres and Cape HHS today!
Job Classification
Community Nurse
Posted By:
Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
Annual - $100k to $120k
Start Timeframe:
Flexible
Posted Date:
23-Mar-2026
Nurse Unit Manager | Permanent Full Time | Bamaga
Lead Healthcare at the top of Australia!
💬 Tell me more... Some nursing roles are about man...
Job Classification
Nurse Manager
Posted By:
Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
Annual - $120k to $150k
Start Timeframe:
Immediately
Posted Date:
06-Mar-2026
This is a 12-month contract ideal for a skilled CNC who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys meaningful, hands-on work.
Job Classification
Community Nurse
Posted By:
Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
Annual - $120k to $150k
Start Timeframe:
Immediately
Posted Date:
02-Mar-2026
Multiple positions available | Cape York communities | Valuable contribution
Job Classification
Community Nurse
Posted By:
Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
Annual - $100k to $120k
Start Timeframe:
Flexible
Posted Date:
13-Feb-2026







