Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

About you

A variety of opportunities are available for qualified Obstetrician and Gynaecologist who want to make a positive impact while working in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary, and supportive team.  Positions are immediately available across New Zealand for Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.

We are looking for Obstetricians and Gynaecologists who are passionate about delivering quality care to our patients, with roles in women's health and maternity services available across the country.

To work as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in New Zealand, you need to be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) and meet the equivalent requirements for a Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG).

Practitioners need to meet competency standards and hold Annual Practising Certificates (APCs) to work safely and effectively.  More information on this can be found on our careers site, just search Obstetrician and Gynaecologist.

Call New Zealand home

Once offered a position, our internal health Immigration team can provide free support to you and your family with immigrating to New Zealand.  This workforce is on Tier 1 of New Zealand's Immigration Green List which means you are eligible for the Straight to Residence Visa and can apply to be a New Zealand resident before you arrive, provided you have a job offer from us.

One of the best things about living and working in New Zealand is the opportunity to experience nature, outdoor adventure and vibrant cities so close to where you live and work. You're never far away from your next adventure in New Zealand with access to hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and water sports, as well as fine dining and diving into traditional experiences to learn more about Māori culture across the country.

Salary and benefits

Obstetricians and Gynaecologists have 6 weeks of annual leave and 12 paid public holidays giving you time to explore our beautiful country and raise a family in our diverse communities. Along with your base salary as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, you will have ongoing professional development and will work alongside a multi-disciplinary and supportive team.

• Medical Officers' annual salaries range NZ $142K - NZ $210K, plus allowances
• Medical Specialists' annual salaries range NZ $185K - NZ $267K, plus allowances

Working for 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 all applications including those from diverse Māori, Pacific disabled and rainbow communities.

How to apply

Please click 'apply now' to move forward. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have questions, please email our recruiters at