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Dunedin (Otepoti), Invercargill (Southland)
Salary - $82,642 per annum pro-rata and Kiwisaver
Launch your career with our sought-after new graduate programme
We offer a range of practice environments with midwifery preceptors and clinical coaches to support your professional growth and enhance your learning in the Midwifery First Year of Practice (MFYP) program
About the role
Here in the Southern region, we are dedicated to helping you deepen your knowledge and understanding of midwifery. We provide you with a nurturing platform designed to empower you to truly thrive in a safe and supportive environment. We wholeheartedly recognise and appreciate the unique diversity you bring to our community.
We offer a comprehensive 12-month programme, 32 hours (0.8FTE) per week with the flexibility of 0.6 FTE being considered. Successful applicants will begin their role anytime from December 2026 onwards.
As a new graduate in your Midwifery First Year of Practice, you will gain experience across a range of options including (but not exhaustive):
Secondary & tertiary hospital environments - rotations through the antenatal, labour and birthing suite, and postnatal wards.
Primary maternity unit and hubs located in urban, semi- urban, rural and remote settings
Experience working in a caseload team alongside our maternity settings.
Be part of an integrated system where primary, secondary and tertiary services network and provide a safe childbearing journey
Opportunity to tailor a career across different work environments
Our Director of Midwifery, Midwife Managers, Educators, Clinical Coaches and midwives will support you through your journey in caring for our whānau. We provide a comprehensive and flexible orientation package. We are a close knit creative and passionate community of midwives. Collegiality and values are important to us.
About you
Our ideal candidate will have the following:
Graduated with a Bachelor of Midwifery in 2026 or 2026
Passion and motivation for growth and knowledge to meet the needs of our whānau
Understanding the value of communication skills to build a strong partnership with women/ pregnant people and their whānau
Commitment to work within a multi-disciplinary and multi-ethnic environment, embracing each other's diversity and strength
Integrity, strong values and positive attitude
As a new graduate midwife, we know you are the future of our maternity care for whānau, thank you for considering joining our maternity team - we are keen to support you to experience the joy and challenges of your first year of midwifery practice.
About us
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities; and, welcoming around 3300 babies per year. We take pride in the mahi we provide across the region and, the local and creative solutions we deliver to serve and meet our communities needs.
Join us and relocate to a family-friendly Southern district! Our district offers excellent amenities, first- class early childhood through to tertiary education, and the opportunity to have an outstanding work-life balance. Whether it is skiing, hunting or fishing; theatre, live-music or art - there's literally something for everyone https://southernhealth.nz/ for what the region and we can offer you and your whānau.
View position description
To find out more about our region and what our new grad midwifery programme is about click New Grad Midwifery
Salary range
This role falls under the terms and conditions of the MERAS Midwives Collective Agreement (1 February 2026 – 30 April 2026), Registered (Core) Midwives Salary Scale, Step 2 ($82,642) per annum, pro rata.
Closing date: Open until filled
Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.
Apply now
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website
Dunedin (Otepoti), Invercargill (Southland)
Salary - $82,642 per annum pro-rata and Kiwisaver
Launch your career with our sought-after new graduate programme
We offer a range of practice environments with midwifery preceptors and clinical coaches to support your professional growth and enhance your learning in the Midwifery First Year of Practice (MFYP) program
About the role
Here in the Southern region, we are dedicated to helping you deepen your knowledge and understanding of midwifery. We provide you with a nurturing platform designed to empower you to truly thrive in a safe and supportive environment. We wholeheartedly recognise and appreciate the unique diversity you bring to our community.
We offer a comprehensive 12-month programme, 32 hours (0.8FTE) per week with the flexibility of 0.6 FTE being considered. Successful applicants will begin their role anytime from December 2026 onwards.
As a new graduate in your Midwifery First Year of Practice, you will gain experience across a range of options including (but not exhaustive):
Secondary & tertiary hospital environments - rotations through the antenatal, labour and birthing suite, and postnatal wards.
Primary maternity unit and hubs located in urban, semi- urban, rural and remote settings
Experience working in a caseload team alongside our maternity settings.
Be part of an integrated system where primary, secondary and tertiary services network and provide a safe childbearing journey
Opportunity to tailor a career across different work environments
Our Director of Midwifery, Midwife Managers, Educators, Clinical Coaches and midwives will support you through your journey in caring for our whānau. We provide a comprehensive and flexible orientation package. We are a close knit creative and passionate community of midwives. Collegiality and values are important to us.
About you
Our ideal candidate will have the following:
Graduated with a Bachelor of Midwifery in 2026 or 2026
Passion and motivation for growth and knowledge to meet the needs of our whānau
Understanding the value of communication skills to build a strong partnership with women/ pregnant people and their whānau
Commitment to work within a multi-disciplinary and multi-ethnic environment, embracing each other's diversity and strength
Integrity, strong values and positive attitude
As a new graduate midwife, we know you are the future of our maternity care for whānau, thank you for considering joining our maternity team - we are keen to support you to experience the joy and challenges of your first year of midwifery practice.
About us
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities; and, welcoming around 3300 babies per year. We take pride in the mahi we provide across the region and, the local and creative solutions we deliver to serve and meet our communities needs.
Join us and relocate to a family-friendly Southern district! Our district offers excellent amenities, first- class early childhood through to tertiary education, and the opportunity to have an outstanding work-life balance. Whether it is skiing, hunting or fishing; theatre, live-music or art - there's literally something for everyone https://southernhealth.nz/ for what the region and we can offer you and your whānau.
View position description
To find out more about our region and what our new grad midwifery programme is about click New Grad Midwifery
Salary range
This role falls under the terms and conditions of the MERAS Midwives Collective Agreement (1 February 2026 – 30 April 2026), Registered (Core) Midwives Salary Scale, Step 2 ($82,642) per annum, pro rata.
Closing date: Open until filled
Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.
Apply now
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The New Graduate Midwife - Southern Region position is now open for candidates interested in the Waiter / Steward Jobs sector. This role in Dunedin offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Waiter / Steward Jobs is a plus.