About Us People with passion, connected by hope for a more compassionate, just and inclusive society is our story – what’s yours? Everyone has a story. And here at Wesley Mission Queensland, we feel privileged to stand alongside the families, children, couples and seniors that we support each year. We’re an innovative and responsive not-for-profit community service provider, helping people across Queensland build stronger and more inclusive communities since 1907. Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Matters The Clinical Governance Team is the organisation’s centre of excellence for infection prevention and food safety. The team brings together clinical leadership and specialist expertise to translate complex infection prevention science and food safety regulations into practical, actionable strategies that strengthen service delivery. Through partnership, education, targeted interventions, and continuous improvement, the Clinical Governance Team empowers services to exceed compliance requirements and deliver environments where clients, staff, and communities are protected and supported. Their work safeguards quality at every step, making them a critical driver of organisational safety and success. Why Join WMQ’s Clinical Governance Team? Attractive Remuneration plus packaging benefits – Boost your take-home pay by up to $18,550 annually through not-for-profit tax concessions Work-life balance – Enjoy flexible hours that work around your life, we promote a culture that values personal time and well-being Free and Secure Car Parking – No more paid parking Employees can enjoy complimentary access to secure parking, ensuring the safety of their vehicles while at work Team Culture – Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team across diverse clinical settings that values your skills and wellbeing Your Role as Senior Clinical Advisor - Infection Prevention and Control You are the strategic clinical leader for infection prevention and control (IPC) and food safety across WMQ, providing expert guidance to safeguard customer and workforce safety while supporting WMQ's commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery. This role is instrumental in embedding IPC and food safety principles within the core pillars of clinical governance - leadership and culture, customer participation, care and clinical effectiveness, effective workforce and care and clinical risk management. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and service leaders and the Clinical Advisor - IPC, the senior clinical advisor will develop and implement evidence-based infection prevention and food safety strategies, lead surveillance programs, and drive continuous improvement in infection control and food safety practices. The role requires strategic thinking to anticipate and respond to emerging infectious disease threats and food safety risks, including pandemic preparedness and response coordination You’ll empower individuals to live more independently, safely, and meaningfully by: Provide strategic leadership in IPC and food safety, promoting a positive safety and quality culture Champion evidence-based IPC practices and serve as an organisational subject matter expert Lead change management initiatives to embed IPC and food safety principles into daily clinical and operational practice Engage customers and families in understanding IPC measures and their role in maintaining safe care environment Develop, implement and evaluate comprehensive IPC and food safety programs in collaboration with food safety Subject Matter Experts (SME) based on current evidence and best practice guidelines Lead surveillance programs to monitor infection rates, foodborne illness incidents, analyse trends, and implement targeted interventions Coordinate clinical audit programs specific to IPC and food safety and oversee implementation of recommendations Lead systematic identification, assessment and management of infection-related and food safety risks across all services Coordinate outbreak investigation and management, including foodborne illness outbreaks, implementing appropriate containment measures Evaluate and implement new IPC and food safety technologies, including antimicrobial surfaces, air filtration systems, food safety monitoring equipment and digital surveillance tools What We’re Looking For Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse Bachelor’s degree in nursing with 10 years of clinical practice experience including leadership roles Extensive expertise in IPC principles, practices and contemporary guidelines Demonstrated knowledge in food safety management, HACCP principles, and food safety regulatory compliance Proven experience in clinical governance, quality improvement methodologies, and healthcare standards/accreditation Demonstrated success leading IPC and food safety programs and achieving measurable improvements in outcomes Advanced understanding of surveillance methodologies, outbreak investigation (including foodborne illness) and pandemic preparedness Proven experience in clinical audit, risk management, and analysing IPC and food safety performance metrics Strong understanding of person-centred care principles and customer engagement strategies Excellent communication, networking and stakeholder management skills with ability to influence at all organisational levels Project management expertise with demonstrated ability to lead complex IPC and food safety initiatives Proven ability to provide clinical leadership across multidisciplinary teams and facilitate organisational change A Valuable Addition, Yet Not a Must-Have! Post-graduate qualification in Infection Prevention and Control or related field Food Safety Supervisor certification or equivalent food safety qualification Nurse Immuniser certification Essential Requirements Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status (or as required by legislation and WMQ policy) Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ Limited policy. Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel for work About Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ) Wesley Mission Queensland is a leading not-for-profit provider of health and community services. With over a century of service, we support people across all life stages with aged care, disability support, mental health services, and community outreach. Our values, Innovation, Hope, Integrity, Compassion, Justice, Empowerment, and Respect, guide everything we do. WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Ready to Join Us? Be part of something meaningful. Join a team that values you and the difference you make every day. Click Apply today! Please note: You will be asked for evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status as part of your application process as required by Legislation, Health Directives or WMQ Limited Policy. Why WMQ? We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. Along the journey, we will encourage you to find your story. We offer our team members: Support from our Employee Wellbeing Program – we are recognised as an Advanced Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace! Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take-home pay Discounted allied health services such as nutrition, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and remedial massage Access to discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
