Physiotherapist - Mackay-Based (Casual, DIDO to the Bowen Basin)
Job No:
KIP1122
Location:
Bowen Basin
Let the Journey Begin
Are you a Mackay-based Physiotherapist looking for a flexible, well-paid opportunity?
We’re offering a Casual DIDO role providing coverage for annual and personal leave—with travel to two of our high-profile client sites in the Bowen Basin.
This is your chance to step outside the clinic and make a real impact onsite, focusing on injury prevention and management without the pressure of high-volume caseloads. You’ll deliver meaningful, hands-on care and support employees through every step of their recovery journey.
The role at a glance:
- DIDO from Mackay to the Bowen Basin
- 8-day swing roster to cover leave
- Generous hourly rate of $83.12 (including penalties)
- Deliver services across two client sites—including injury management, health promotion, and workplace safety activities
What you will do:
- Provide hands-on musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Design and manage gym-based rehabilitation programs that promote long-term recovery and self-management
- Develop and support return-to-work plans
- Prepare suitable duties programs, conduct risk assessments, and lead toolbox talks to enhance safety
- Run injury prevention sessions and perform task analyses on-site
Key Logistics:
Here’s what a typical 8-day swing looks like:
- Tuesday, 8:00 AM: Collect a KINNECT vehicle from our Mackay clinic
- Travel ~1 hour 40 mins to the first client site in the Bowen Basin
- Work onsite for 6.5 days with Client 1
- Drive ~1.5 hours to Client 2 and spend 1.5 days onsite
- Day 8 (afternoon): Travel back to Mackay (~3-hour drive)
All travel time and expenses are fully covered
You’re paid from start to finish—your hourly rate includes all travel time
Upcoming Swings:
- 13 – 21 May
- 8 – 9 July (Client 2 only)
- 15 – 23 July
- 29 July – 6 August
Why KINNECT?
Founded in 1996, KINNECT is a leading Australian-owned provider of Occupational Health and Workplace Rehabilitation. With over 275 team members nationwide, we’re proud to build healthier workplaces across Australia. Our mission is simple: to help people, and we do it with a passionate, collaborative, and values-driven team.
About you:
- Registered Physiotherapist with AHPRA
- Minimum 2 years of musculoskeletal physiotherapy experience
- Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine commitment to exceptional care
- Confident in representing the KINNECT brand on client sites
- Current Driver’s Licence
- Willing to complete a pre-employment medical (organised and paid for by KINNECT)
Ready to Apply?
Interested in a well-paid casual opportunity?
Apply now through the portal or if you have questions contact us at apply now via our portal or contact us at careers@kinnect.com.au if you have any questions.
