Graduate Registered Midwife - Incentives Offered
Start your midwifery career where support, learning, and confidence come first. Rotate through the full scope of midwifery in a team that genuinely has your back.
Employment Type: Permanent Full and Part Time Opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ638651
Location: Moree District Health Service | Gamilaroi Country
Closing: Monday, 9th February 2026
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Start Your Midwifery Career With Confidence
If you’re a new graduate midwife looking for real experience, strong support, and space to grow, Moree Health Service offers an ideal start to your career. This structured graduate pathway focuses on learning, confidence-building, and supported practice from day one.
About the Role
As a New Graduate Midwife, you’ll rotate across the full maternity service, including birthing suites, antenatal, and postnatal care, giving you exposure to the complete scope of midwifery practice. You’ll gain hands-on experience, build clinical confidence, and develop the foundations for a long and rewarding career in midwifery.
You’ll be supported by experienced senior midwives, the Midwifery Unit Manager (MUM), and a Clinical Midwifery Educator (CME). Targeted education, structured learning, and dedicated study days are embedded into the program, ensuring you are never working alone and always supported as you grow.
Where You’ll Be Working
Located on the Northwest Slopes and Plains of NSW, Moree offers a relaxed lifestyle with a strong sense of community and easy access to essential services. Daily direct flights to Sydney make it easy to stay connected while enjoying the benefits of regional living.
Moree District Hospital provides maternity care in a welcoming, supportive environment where women and families are known and cared for holistically. The maternity team is collaborative, approachable, and committed to supporting new graduates to succeed.
About You
You are an enthusiastic and motivated graduate midwife who is eager to learn, develop confidence, and grow within a supportive maternity team. You value woman-centred care and are committed to safe, compassionate practice.
Essential Requirement
- Registration as a Registered Midwife with authority to practice with AHPRA at commencement
The Perks
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
✅You may qualify for a $20,000 sign-on bonus if you have moved (evidence required) from MM1-2 (metro) location, interstate or internationally to work in our district. If you do not meet this criteria, attraction incentives of up to $10,000 may apply*. Retention incentives of up to $10,000 after 12 months of service may also apply. For eligibility criteria and more information: Midwifery sign-on bonus.
✅The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your community
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
✅Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
✅Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
✅Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Ready to Begin?
If you want a graduate program where you are supported, encouraged, and given genuine opportunities to grow, Moree Health Service is ready to welcome you.
Apply now and start your midwifery career with confidence!
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For role related queries or questions contact Leanne Moore on leanne.moore1@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
* Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. Please note: the increased RHWIS allowance is approved until 30th June 2026. Commencement after this date may be subject to change, including the allowance amount for which the candidate may be eligible. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full and part time or temporary full and part time vacancies.
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