Registered Midwife - New Graduate

North Island - Northland Whangarei; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Whangārei Hospital, is seeking new graduate midwives to start their careers in Te Kotuku Maternity Unit. Roles are permanent, part-time (0.8FTE), with 36 hours per week on rostered shifts, based in Whangārei.

We offer a supportive environment with mentorship, opportunities to consolidate clinical skills, and a team devoted to patient-centred care for women, babies and whānau across Northland.

Qualifications

• Must be a NZ Registered Midwife with a current Practising Certificate.
• Recent midwifery graduate with evidence of enrolment in the Midwifery First Year of Practice Programme.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; culturally safe, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Be supported through your transition from student to practitioner, including Midwifery First Year of Practice Programme.
• Work alongside experienced midwives and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Develop autonomous practice while providing safe, evidence-based maternity care.
• Collaborate with women, whānau and LMCs to ensure high-quality care.
• Gain exposure to a diverse range of maternity experiences in a supportive environment.
• Provide emergency midwifery support and assist with transfers when required.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Culturally safe care

Team collaboration

Education

NZ Registered Midwife with Practising Certificate

Job description

• Based at Te Kotuku Maternity Unit, Whangārei Hospital
• 3x permanent, part-time roles available (0.8FTE), working 36 hours per week on rostered shifts
• New Zealand midwifery graduates - experience the perfect blend of professional growth and lifestyle!

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Are you a recent midwifery graduate looking to begin your career in a supportive and welcoming environment?

We are seeking a New Zealand Registered Midwife to join our modern maternity unit at Whangārei Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for new graduate midwives to build confidence, consolidate clinical skills, and gain valuable experience across a range of maternity settings while being supported by an experienced and passionate team.

As a Registered Midwife in Te Kotuku Maternity Unit, you will:

• Be supported through your transition from student to practitioner, including participation in the Midwifery First Year of Practice Programme.
• Work alongside experienced midwives and multidisciplinary colleagues who are committed to mentoring and professional development.
• Develop your skills as an autonomous practitioner while providing safe, evidence-based and holistic maternity care.
• Work in partnership with women, whānau, Lead Maternity Carers (LMCs), and the wider healthcare team to ensure high-quality care throughout the inpatient stay.
• Gain exposure to a diverse range of maternity experiences, helping you grow your knowledge and confidence in a supportive clinical environment.
• Provide emergency midwifery support when required and assist with transfers to other maternity services.

Join the Te Kotuku Maternity Unit team and be part of making a meaningful difference for women, babies and whānau across Northland.

We understand that starting your midwifery career is an exciting and important step. Our team is committed to supporting new graduates through mentorship, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative working environment where your learning and growth are valued.

Whangārei offers an outstanding lifestyle, with beautiful beaches, outdoor adventures and a strong sense of community, making it a great place to start both your career and your next chapter.

For more information on living and working in Northland click here

About you

We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate new graduate midwives who are eager to learn and build their careers within a supportive maternity service.

Key Requirements

• New Zealand Registered Midwife with a current Practising Certificate from the Midwifery Council of New Zealand.
• Recent midwifery graduate with evidence of enrolment in the Midwifery First Year of Practice Programme.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to providing culturally safe, person-centred care.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.