Midwife

Mater; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Professional development and learning

Generous salary packaging

Health and wellbeing support

Fitness Passport access

Discounted parking

Supportive culture

Job summary

Mater Mothers' Hospital in Brisbane invites experienced Registered Midwives to join our Birth Suites and Pregnancy Assessment Centre (PAC) teams. We offer permanent and fixed-term roles in both full-time and part-time capacities, with a strong commitment to professional growth and exceptional maternity care.

As a not-for-profit government-accredited service, Mater provides comprehensive support, ongoing education, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Midwife with no restrictions.
• Minimum two years post-registration midwifery experience.
• Recent experience in Birth Suite, PAC, maternity or birthing services.
• Excellent communication and clinical decision‑making skills.
• Commitment to professional development and evidence‑based practice.
• Genuine passion for supporting women and families through maternity care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate and evidence‑based midwifery care.
• Support women and families throughout pregnancy, labour and birth.
• Assess, prioritise and coordinate care within the Pregnancy Assessment Centre.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve the best outcomes.
• Contribute to a culture of clinical excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Actively support women‑centred and family‑focused care.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical decision-making

Patient-centred care

Team collaboration

Professional development

Job description

At Mater Mothers' Hospital, Queensland's largest maternity service, you'll have the opportunity to care for women and families during some of life's most significant moments while working alongside some of Australia's most experienced and respected maternity professionals.

We're seeking experienced Registered Midwives to join our Birth Suites and Pregnancy Assessment Centre (PAC) team. Multiple permanent and fixed-term opportunities are available in both full-time and part-time capacities.

Whether you're passionate about supporting physiological birth, managing complex obstetric presentations, or further developing your clinical expertise within a tertiary maternity service, this is an opportunity to take your midwifery career to the next level.

Mater Mothers' Hospital is recognised nationally for excellence in maternity care and welcomes thousands of babies into the world each year.

Our Pregnancy Assessment Centre provides expert assessment and triage for women requiring urgent maternity care, while our Birth Suite team delivers exceptional care across low-risk and complex pregnancies.

Together, these services offer a unique opportunity for midwives seeking variety, professional growth and the chance to practice across a broad scope of midwifery care.

Salary range: $44.06 - $56.52 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550 + access to many staff benefits!

As a Registered Midwife, you will:

• Deliver safe, compassionate and evidence-based midwifery care
• Support women and their families throughout pregnancy, labour and birth
• Assess, prioritise and coordinate care within the Pregnancy Assessment Centre
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve the best possible outcomes
• Contribute to a culture of clinical excellence, innovation and continuous improvement
• Actively support women-centred and family-focused care

About you

We're looking for passionate midwives who are committed to delivering exceptional care and who thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

To be successful, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Midwife with no restrictions
• Minimum two years post-registration midwifery experience
• Recent experience in Birth Suite, PAC, maternity or birthing services
• Excellent communication and clinical decision-making skillsA commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice
• A genuine passion for supporting women and families through their maternity journey

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world‑class expertise across healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values‑driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take‑home pay by up to $18,550 per year, including up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses (such as rent, mortgage repayments and school fees) and up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment + possibility to salary package a car!
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GetBetterWithMater

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.