General Surgery Fellow (Upper GI & HPB)

About the role We are seeking applicants who have completed, or are close to completing, their General Surgical training and are eligible to achieve FRACS. This fellowship offers an excellent opportunity to further develop advanced Upper Gastrointestinal (UGI), Hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB), Bariatric and General Surgery skills within one of Aotearoa New Zealand's major tertiary hospitals based in Wellington. This high‑volume, hands‑on fellowship is designed to support the transition to independent consultant practice. The Fellow will work closely with a supportive consultant team while developing autonomy across elective and acute surgical care, operating theatre, endoscopy and outpatient clinic settings. The successful applicant will also contribute to teaching and supervision of RMOs and participate in the consultant on‑call roster with SMO backup support. Responsibilities Support transition to independent consultant practice and develop autonomy across surgical care, operating theatre, endoscopy, and outpatient clinics. Provide substantial operative exposure each week, including 2'4 elective theatre lists, endoscopy list, and outpatient clinics covering benign, malignant and bariatric patients. Perform expected operative procedures over 12 months, encompassing minimally invasive oesophagectomy, gastrectomy, complex hiatus and antireflux surgery, bariatric surgery, liver resection, pancreatic resection, splenectomy, major abdominal wall reconstruction, and acute and elective general surgery. Contribute to teaching and supervision of registrars and junior staff. Participate in consultant on‑call roster with SMO backup support. Engage in multidisciplinary meetings: weekly Regional UGI Cancer MDM, Bariatric MDM, Radiology Meetings, Grand Rounds, departmental M&M, and audit meetings. Participate in audit and research activity, including completion and presentation of at least one project during the fellowship year. Contribute to registrar teaching, simulation training, and journal club activities. Maintain consistently high standards of medical care within a collaborative tertiary environment. Fellows typically log more than 200 major operative cases during the year, with many performed as primary operator. Qualifications Completion of General Surgery training (FRACS or equivalent) or expected completion by 2026. Eligibility for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ). Strong commitment to a career in Upper Gastrointestinal (UGI) and Hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) surgery. Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills. Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Capability to provide consistently high standards of medical care. Relevant experience and training in UGI, HPB, bariatric, or general surgery. About the Team Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley provides tertiary UGI and HPB services for the Wellington region and central New Zealand. The unit comprises five subspecialist surgeons with expertise in oesophagogastric, HPB and bariatric surgery, supported by SET and non‑training registrars, house officers, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Dietitians and Clinical Psychology services. The wider General Surgery department offers comprehensive exposure across all subspecialties within a collaborative tertiary environment. About the Location Wellington offers a balance of lifestyle benefits and natural beauty, with vibrant cultural scenes, excellent cafés, restaurants, a reliable public transport network, and easy access to beaches, parks, and walking trails. The region’s surrounding communities, including Hutt Valley (Hutt Hospital) and Porirua (Kenepuru Hospital), are approximately 15‑30 minutes from central Wellington, while the Kāpiti Coast is about 40‑60 minutes away. Wellington’s compact layout makes commuting straightforward, and its strong sense of community and high quality of life attract individuals, couples, and families. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. We are a pro‑equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. #J-18808-Ljbffr