Consultant Psychiatrist – Forensic Mental Health
Permanent Full-Time | Brisbane, QLD
$350,000 – $500,000 p.a. + Relocation Package
An exceptional opportunity for an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a specialist forensic mental health service in the Brisbane metropolitan region.
This senior role combines clinical leadership, meaningful patient impact, and an outstanding lifestyle in one of Australia's fastest-growing cities.
What's on Offer
Attractive remuneration: $350,000 – $500,000 p.a.
Generous relocation allowance
40-hour working week supporting genuine work–life balance
Permanent residency support for eligible international candidates
Lead a high-performing, multidisciplinary clinical team
Progressive, safe, flexible and supportive workplace culture
Explicit pathways for career advancement and leadership development
Live close to:
Brisbane CBD
Beaches and hinterland
Shopping, sporting events, and cultural attractions
Access to top-tier Queensland schools
Enjoy a subtropical climate and relaxed Australian lifestyle
The Consultant Psychiatrist Will Join a Specialist Mental Health Service Delivering Care Across a Diverse Range Of Forensic And Secure Environments, Including
High-security inpatient units
Secure rehabilitation services
Extended treatment programs
Prison-based mental health services
Statewide services for individuals with intellectual disability




Provide senior medical leadership within a high-security inpatient forensic setting
Deliver expert psychiatric assessment, treatment, and risk management
Lead and support a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, coordinated, high-quality care
Contribute to clinical governance, service development, and quality improvement
Supervise and educate medical and clinical staff, supporting workforce development
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure continuity of care
Promote evidence-based, recovery-oriented practice in a secure environment
Brisbane is increasingly recognised as a premier destination for medical specialists seeking professional opportunity alongside exceptional quality of life.
Rapid population growth and sustained healthcare investment through to ****
Major infrastructure expansion linked to the **** Olympic and Paralympic Games
Strong demand for mental health specialists across the metropolitan region
Lifestyle Highlights Include
Leafy, family-friendly suburbs close to the CBD and coastline
Rivers, parklands, and outdoor recreation year-round
Thriving café, dining, and cultural scenes
Proximity to leading hospitals, universities, and private practice opportunities
RANZCP Specialist Assessment
Medical Board of Australia registration
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📌 Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist (Brisbane)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Brisbane