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Posted 16 July, 2026

Plastic Surgery Consultant Opportunity in Whangarei, New Zealand

Head Medical
Whangarei, NTL, NZ Full Time
Reference: 4339f4839b302f49

Job Description

Whangarei, Northland Permanent, full time (1FTE) position Join a growing surgical service delivering essential plastic and reconstructive care to a diverse regional population About the Role As a Consultant Plastic Surgeon, you will provide high-quality plastic and reconstructive surgical services to patients across Te Tai Tokerau. Your role will include outpatient clinics, ward rounds, and operating theatre sessions, along with providing timely specialist opinions and ensuring continuity of care for patients under your clinical responsibility. This role will be based at Whangarei (including Kensington), and regional sites across Te Tai Tokerau. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a regional setting, delivering both elective and acute care while working closely with multidisciplinary teams. You'll also play a key role in teaching and mentoring Registrars, House Officers, and other healthcare professionals, contributing to the development of future clinicians while maintaining high standards of care. About the Team & Location You will be part of a collaborative surgical team, working alongside General Surgeons, SMOs, Skin Clinical Nurse Specialists, nursing staff, and allied health professionals committed to delivering high-quality patient outcomes across the region. As well as a warm climate, the "winterless north" offers excellent schools; affordable housing and scenic coastal areas offering a range of recreational activities. We are just a two hours' drive or 25-minute flight from the international hub of Auckland. About you To be considered you must have or be eligible for specialist vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online and attach an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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