Occupational Physician

KINNECT; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

KINNECT is seeking an experienced Occupational Physician for a senior role across Brisbane, Sydney or Perth. The position offers full-time, part-time or contractor arrangements with in-clinic, onsite and remote work.

You will deliver specialist occupational medicine services including IMEs, fitness-for-work and return-to-work reviews for clients in resources, transport, construction and manufacturing, while contributing to clinical governance and the national medical team.

Qualifications

• Fellowship FAFOEM with specialist AHPRA registration and Australian work rights.
• Experience as Occupational Physician or in a senior clinical leadership role (e.g., Chief Medical Officer/Medical Director) is highly regarded.
• Rail AHP, RSHQ EMO/AMA and MRO accreditation or willingness to obtain (support provided).
• Strong Clinical Judgment for decision-making, complex case review and client interactions.
• Strong digital literacy and comfort with digital systems; Kinnect is technology-enabled.
• Customer-focused mindset delivering high-quality client healthcare services.
• Team player with independence in multidisciplinary settings.
• Exceptional communication to keep teams and clients aligned.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist occupational medicine services including independent medical examinations, complex fitness-for-work assessments, return-to-work assessments and medical reviews.
• Contribute to clinical governance, peer review and the development of the national medical team.
• Support pathway into senior clinical leadership within KINNECT and participate in CPD discussions.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Digital literacy

Communication

Team collaboration

Client focus

Education

FAFOEM Fellowship

AHPRA registration

Rail AHP

RSHQ EMO/AMA accreditation

MRO accreditation

Job description

Due to growing demand for our services, we are seeking an experienced full-time, part-time or contractor Occupational Physician to play a key role in our mission to help Australians stay healthy, safe, and productive at work.

This senior opportunity can be based in Brisbane, Sydney or Perth. You’ll provide specialist occupational medicine services including independent medical examinations, complex fitness-for-work assessments, return to work assessments and medical review for clients across the resources, transport, construction and manufacturing sectors. You’ll also contribute to clinical governance, peer review and the ongoing development of our national medical team.

For the right candidate, there is a clear pathway into senior clinical leadership within KINNECT.

If you’re a dynamic, tech-savvy and innovation-minded Occupational Physician who wants to shape how occupational health is delivered nationally, we’d love to hear from you.

Let the Journey Begin…

About KINNECT

KINNECT is a market-leading, Australian-owned company founded in 1996 specialising in Occupational Health and Workplace Rehabilitation. Our “why” is “to help people”, and our Core Values are “happy, highly skilled people, creating sustainable value” with no surprises. With a national team of over 300 people and a commitment to innovation, KINNECT is at the forefront of fostering healthier workplaces across Australia.

Here’s why you’ll love being part of the KINNECT team:

Clinical Influence: Play a central role in our national team of Occupational Physicians and Occupational Health Doctors. Lead and contribute to CPD peer review meetings, case discussions and quality assurance, and help set the clinical standards our team works to.

Vibrant Work Culture: Enjoy a workplace that embraces openness, innovation, and appreciation. Your voice is heard, your work is valued, and your contributions matter.

Flexible Work Structure: Full-time, part-time and contractor arrangements available, with flexibility to structure your week across in-clinic, onsite and remote work.

Professional Development: We actively invest in your growth, including support for Rail AHP, RSHQ EMO/AMA, MRO training and other professional development opportunities.

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration: Be part of a diverse team of nurses, allied health professionals, and admin staff, all working together to deliver high-quality occupational health and rehabilitation services.

Efficient Administrative Support: Work with a highly skilled medical administration team that helps streamline your clinical workload, allowing you to focus on patient care.

Advanced Technology Systems: Embrace leading digital tools and systems that simplify workflows and support fast, high-quality service delivery across clinical and remote settings.

About You

We’re looking for an Occupational Physician who is passionate about occupational health and thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment. Key attributes, experience, and capabilities include:

• Fellowship of the Australasian Faculty of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (FAFOEM) with specialist AHPRA registration, and Australian work rights

• Previous experience as an Occupational Physician, or in a senior clinical leadership role such as Chief Medical Officer or Medical Director, highly regarded

• Rail AHP, RSHQ EMO/AMA and MRO accreditation or willingness to obtain – support provided if not already qualified

• Strong Clinical Judgment – crucial for effective decision-making, complex case review and client interactions

• Strong digital literacy and technical competence – KINNECT is a leader in technology-enabled occupational health; high comfort with digital systems is a must

• Customer-Centric Mindset – a clear focus on delivering high-quality, client-oriented healthcare services

• Team Player with Independence – confident working autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

• Exceptional Communication Skills – capable of fostering clear, efficient, and constructive exchanges that keep teams and clients aligned

For further details, contact us at *******@kinnect.com.au.

This position is being sourced directly by KINNECT. We respectfully request no agency approaches.