Aotearoa New Zealand

• Take the next step in your Vascular Surgeon career in beautiful New Zealand

• Advance your career working in a multi-disciplinary team across services
• Permanent, full-time Vascular Surgeon positions available

About the role
We have multiple opportunities available for qualified Vascular Surgeons who want to contribute to the delivery of both acute and planned vascular care, helping to provide a safe, sustainable and responsive vascular service.

Whether refining your clinical skills, stepping into leadership roles, or contributing to service improvements, you will be supported to achieve your goals in vascular surgery.

Depending on the role, there will be opportunities for the full range of Vascular Surgery including aortic, carotid, peripheral vascular disease, trauma, renal dialysis access and paediatrics.

Responsibilities may include some or all of the following:
• Delivering high-quality care across the complete spectrum of vascular surgery
• Combining strong open surgical proficiency with endovascular skills to expand local treatment options
• Managing endovascular sessions and outpatient clinics (including out-reach clinics)
• Fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment that prioritises patient safety, clinical governance, and multidisciplinary teamwork

About you

The following qualifications and experience are required:
• Vocational Registration with the New Zealand Medical Council and eligibility for an Annual Practicing Certificate in the Vocational Scope of Vascular Surgery
• Completion of a Specialty fellowship training programme in Vascular Surgery recognised by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons or equivalent
• Experience and training in vascular surgery

Salary, benefits and leave
The average salary package for Vascular Surgeons in New Zealand is AUD ~$280,452 (NZD $343,500).

How to apply
Please click 'apply now' to move forward. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have questions, please email our recruiters at [email protected]

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.

Posted on 9 September 2026

• Wellington, New Zealand (Wellington Regional Hospital, Kenepuru Hospital, Hutt Hospital)
• Fixed-term, full-time role for 12 months starting 1 February 2027
• Salary band: as per ASMS SECA

We're seeking a motivated Breast and Endocrine Surgical Fellow to join our team at Wellington Regional Hospital. This fellowship offers hands-on training for a senior trainee or recent graduate aiming for a subspecialty career in breast and/or endocrine surgery.

We welcome applicants who have either:
• completed General Surgery training (FRACS or equivalent)
• will complete their training in 2026, achieving FRACS.

The Fellowship is designed to bridge the gap to independent practice, allowing the successful applicant to operate and manage patients as an emerging specialist under senior supervision where needed.

Teaching and supervision of RMOs and registrars is an aspect of the role, providing leadership and contributing to the education of junior staff. The Fellow will also be first on the roster for consultant-level general surgical on-call duties, backed up by a second Senior Medical Officer (SMO).

The Fellow will work both supervised and independently across operating theatres and outpatient clinics, and active participation in the department's audit programme is mandatory. The wider General Surgical Department covers all general surgical sub-specialties, offering rich opportunities for broader surgical experience.

You will have the following:
• Completion of General Surgery training (FRACS or equivalent) or expected completion by 2026
• Eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
• Strong commitment to a career in breast and/or endocrine surgery
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Able to provide consistently high standards of medical care
• Relevant experience and training

How to apply
To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. For questions, please contact Sandra Tam [email protected]

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.

Posted on 31 August 2026

• Permanent 1.0 FTE, ongoing contract or fixed-term 1-2 years available
• Wairarapa Hospital – Masterton, North Island New Zealand

The general surgery department in the Wairarapa is hiring for a full-time general surgeon with breast surgery specialty interest, either ongoing or with the possibility for fixed-term appointment per applicant preference. 

We are a collaborative, collegial department of 3 full-time and 2 part-time surgeons, job-sized for 5 FTE overall, supported by one non-training registrar and 2 house officers. Despite our small size, we are well-supported regionally and maintain a robust practice of:
• Breast cancer surgery: including Savi scout wireless localization, ICG plus standard isotope sentinel lymph node biopsy with Arthrex Exo Scope visualisation system, Faxitron intraoperative specimen XR
• Upper and lower endoscopy: including Bowel Screening, advanced polypectomy, and dilation, with dedicated endoscopy suite business case approved and expected completion 2028
• Laparoscopic-focused general surgery: including colectomy, para-oesophageal hernia repair, inguinal and abdominal wall hernia repair
• And all the rest: level 4 trauma centre, acute and elective bread and butter general surgery, and acute basic urology and ENT

To maintain this range of skills amongst the group, we are extremely collaborative and supportive, with department-wide commitment to shared surgical planning and post-operative care, jointly operating with colleagues for complex or challenging cases, and availability for backup on-call support for difficult or high-risk acute cases.

We would welcome an early-career surgeon or recent graduate who is interested in a supportive environment to build their practice and solidify their general surgical skills and independence.

We are seeking an applicant who is:
• A team player and good communicator
• Keen on teaching, both to juniors and to peers
• Committed to staying up to date with research and practising evidence-based medicine
• Interested in a collaborative environment with frequent collegial interaction and discussion
• Currently maintaining breast cancer skills and interest, especially regarding use of latest technologies as above
• Either currently practicing endoscopy or with an interest and ability to reskill in endoscopy

The Wairarapa is a robust and growing region with easy access to the mountains and the sea, excellent schools, affordable housing options, and a range of cultural interests. Situated roughly 2 hours from Wellington and Palmerston North, Masterton offers an excellent work/life balance with immediate availability of city experiences.

We are firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are dedicated to serving our whole community. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive, and welcome applications from all walks of life, including our Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

The role is covered by the current ASMS Collective Agreement, and the salary will be in accordance with the SECA pay scale and relevant experience: SECA | ASMS

For overseas trained applicants, please visit the New Zealand Medical Council website for more details and the requirements required towards gaining NZ Vocational Scope Registration. Getting registered | Medical Council

How to apply:
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role prior to applying, please reach out via email to [email protected].

Please apply for this vacancy by emailing CV and expression of interest to [email protected].  

This posting is open and will close when a suitable candidate is found.

Posted on 24 June 2026

Jump-start your Surgical Career in New Zealand

Whether you're looking for experience in regional centres or large teaching hospitals, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora offers diverse training opportunities for Surgical Registrars across the country.

We're ideally looking for candidates with at least two years of post-qualification clinical experience, and prior Surgical Registrar experience would be advantageous.

Surgical Registrars in New Zealand train under the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) through a comprehensive five to six-year (FTE) Surgical Education and Training (SET) Programme.

Training is offered across nine specialties and combines operative experience, clinical rotations, structured teaching, and progressive responsibility. Training programmes vary between districts, with each offering unique experiences and learning opportunities.

Discover balance, purpose & opportunity

With a publicly funded healthcare system, diverse clinical experience, and a welcoming team environment, junior doctors - referred to as Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) in New Zealand - will find a place to thrive professionally and personally.

Each region brings its own unique advantages, ensuring you will find the environment to enjoy a great work-life balance.

Why choose New Zealand for your Surgical adventure?

Fast-Tracked Residency - Tier 1 Green List

RMOs are on Tier 1 of New Zealand's Green List, meaning you can apply for a Straight to Residence Visa before you arrive. As an accredited employer, we will support your journey from application to arrival, including your family's transition.

Supportive Teams & Inclusive Workplaces

You'll join collaborative, multidisciplinary teams with a culture of support and learning. Whether you're arriving solo or with loved ones, our Health Immigration Team can help with visas, settling in, housing, and community connections.

Diverse Clinical Exposure & Hands-On Training

You'll rotate through a variety of departments, gaining exposure to a wide range of conditions and patient demographics. We offer structured supervision, protected teaching time, and active participation in procedures, helping you build confidence and skills essential for specialist training.

Standardised Pay & Benefits

RMOs receive nationally standardised salaries with additional allowances for after-hours work and long service. Salaries range from AUD $80,116 - $207,648 (NZD $97,209 - $251,950) per annum. 

Benefits may include the following:

• 6 weeks of annual leave
• 12 public holidays
• At least 10 days' sick leave
• CME leave and funded training opportunities
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance

Streamlined Registration for Eligible Doctors

Doctors trained in the UK, Australia, or Ireland may qualify for simplified registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Visit our careers site for more information on the process.

A Lifestyle You'll Love

Outside of work, you'll find stunning natural landscapes, vibrant cities, and a strong sense of community. Whether it's beaches, ski fields, hiking trails, or festivals - you're never far from your next adventure.

How to apply

If you have a passion for making a difference and want to do it somewhere different, join us in New Zealand.

Click apply and explore Surgical Registrar positions across New Zealand.

Take the next step in your surgical career and discover the opportunity to live and work in beautiful New Zealand. We are seeking qualified General Surgeons (Senior Medical Officers) for full-time permanent and fixed-term positions across the country.

Join dynamic, multidisciplinary teams committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Depending on the position, you may have the opportunity to manage a broad range of general surgical conditions and perform procedures including laparoscopic and open abdominal surgery, bowel resections, hernia repairs, gallbladder, liver, pancreatic and breast surgery. You may also contribute to acute and trauma care, postoperative management and multidisciplinary decision-making.

Our surgical services offer a strong focus on collaboration, continuous learning and professional development. You’ll have opportunities for subspecialty exposure, teaching and mentoring, quality improvement, research and clinical innovation, while working alongside experienced surgical and multidisciplinary teams.

Whether you’re looking for your next career move or considering relocating to New Zealand, there are opportunities available with immediate start dates, as well as positions to suit your future plans.

To work as a General Surgeon in New Zealand, you must be eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand and hold an Annual Practising Certificate.

Bring your expertise to New Zealand and make a meaningful difference to patients, teams and the future of surgical care.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.