Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time, Casual
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging + Incentives
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ684742
Closing Date: Wednesday, 9th September 2026.
Location: Armidale Hospital

The role:

We are excited to offer positions for Registered Midwives at our all-in-one maternity service in Armidale, with versatile working hours to match your lifestyle. Our facility includes 10 beds and 2 delivery suites, providing comprehensive pre- and post-natal care. Our strong, cohesive team ensures a collaborative and supportive environment. In addition to bedside care, our midwives run clinics, offering an excellent opportunity to expand your skills across various aspects of maternity care. It's an exciting time to join Armidale Maternity, with services expanding across Initial Maternity Assessment and Planning (IMAP) and Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) coming soon - become part of this incredible change for our community!

You won't be working alone. You will be supported by the Midwifery Unit Manager (MUM) as well as the Clinical Midwife Educator and your fellow Registered Midwives. This small but incredibly welcoming team are ready to have you join the fold!

Where you'll be working:
Armidale is the highest city in New South Wales with a full complement of the seasons. Set high on the beautiful Northern Tablelands and is known for its beautiful tree lined streets and magnificent autumn colours. You can enjoy alfresco cafes, impressive architecture, a variety of arts and cultural activities. The region offers diversity in outdoor activities such as bushwalking in the nearby World Heritage listed National Parks offering spectacular gorges and waterfalls in Australia. Armidale is an educational centre featuring a university, as well as public and private schools, each providing a level of education comparable to any capital city in Australia

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Benefits:

- You may qualify for a $20,000 sign-on bonus if you have moved (evidence required) from

, interstate or internationally to work in our district. If you do not meet this criteria, attraction incentives of up to $10,000 may apply*. Retention incentives of up to $10,000 after 12 months of service may also apply. For eligibility criteria and more information: * Team-oriented team environment
- Ongoing training and support
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

- up to $11,600 plus novated leasing for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Requirements:

- Currently registered as a Registered Midwife with AHPRA

Additional Information:
1) * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date,



you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. The midwifery sign on bonus is due to expire on 30th September 2026. Applicants must start prior to September 30th 2026 to receive this bonus. To check your eligibility, visit the . For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact .
2) An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part-time vacancies
3) All overseas candidates seeking sponsorship MUST have obtained, and provide evidence, of registration with AHPRA and a positive skills assessment via ANMAC with specialty/code 25411 (Midwife) prior to applying.

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

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HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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