Dentist

Serco; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

CPD leave

Free on-site parking

Uniforms provided

Wellbeing resources

Lifestyle discounts

Job summary

Serco at HMAS Kuttabul in Potts Point, NSW, seeks a Dentist to join a multidisciplinary team delivering high‑quality oral healthcare to Defence members in a primary care setting with no Medicare billing.

The role offers longer appointments, dedicated admin time, and predictable civilian hours. You will provide general dentistry, maintain records, and collaborate within a clinical team while pursuing CPD and Defence‑specific learning paths.

Qualifications

• Current unconditional and unrestricted registration as a Dentist with AHPRA.
• Minimum two years’ full-time post graduate clinical experience, with recent practice within the last five years.
• Strong clinical capability across a broad range of general dentistry procedures.
• Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009) certification.
• Australian Citizenship required for baseline security clearance.
• Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical dental services to Defence members.
• Provide a full range of general dental care including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning and preventative care.
• Undertake procedures such as restorations, extractions, root canal treatments, periodontal care and minor oral surgery.
• Promote and maintain oral health through patient education, preventative strategies and ongoing care.
• Use diagnostic tools including dental imaging to support clinical decision‑making and treatment planning.
• Maintain accurate clinical records using Defence eHealth systems and ensure compliance with governance frameworks.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team to support optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

AHPRA registration

General dentistry

CPD commitment

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Defence eHealth systems

Tools

Defence eHealth systems

Job description

CNSW – Dentist – Kuttabul Health Centre - Fixed Term 12 months

Are you a passionate Dentist looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique primary healthcare setting with no Medicare billing? We’re looking for a Dentist who is keen to join a multidisciplinary team and deliver high quality oral healthcare to Defence members.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary – attractive remuneration aligned to experience and market rates
• Relocation support – assistance to move for the role
• Quality patient centred care – longer appointments, no Medicare billing and dedicated admin time
• Work‑life balance - with predictable hours
• Civilian role – be part of the mission without wearing the uniform
• Progress your learning – paid CPD leave and supported pathways into Defence specific medicine
• Practical perks – free on‑site parking and uniforms provided
• Wellbeing support – mental health resources and lifestyle discounts

Located on HMAS Kuttabul in Potts Point where the area itself has been a naval base since 1856. It is home to Fleet Support Unit South‑East (FSU‑SE) which conducts maintenance on ships and submarines. The health centre provides primary medical, aviation & underwater medical, outpatients, nursing, dental, mental health, pharmaceutical and physiotherapy services. This mid‑size base has up to 4,500 members and provides services for overseas visiting personnel. Standard operating hours are generally 0730-1530 Monday-Friday.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver clinical dental services to Defence members
• Provide a full range of general dental care including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning and preventative care
• Undertake procedures such as restorations, extractions, root canal treatments, periodontal care and minor oral surgery
• Promote and maintain oral health through patient education, preventative strategies and ongoing care
• Use diagnostic tools including dental imaging to support clinical decision‑making and treatment planning
• Maintain accurate clinical records using Defence eHealth systems and ensure compliance with governance frameworks
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team to support optimal patient outcomes

What You Bring

• Current unconditional and unrestricted registration as a Dentist with AHPRA
• Minimum two years’ full‑time (or equivalent) post graduate clinical experience, with recent practice within the last five years
• Strong clinical capability across a broad range of general dentistry procedures
• Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009) certification
• Australian Citizenship required for baseline security clearance
• Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient‑centred care

Who We Are

Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services. Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.