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, adaptable and supportive workplace culture
Clear 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
This is an ideal setting for psychiatrists seeking long-term career stability, professional fulfilment, and a balanced lifestyle.
RANZCP Specialist Assessment
Medical Board of Australia registration
All job applications prepared and managed on your behalf

📌 Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist Brisbane
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Brisbane