Specialist Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to creating a health system that serves all New Zealanders, grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. About the Role We are currently looking for a highly motivated and skilled Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with a strong interest and experience in the public health sector. This is a full-time position based in Whangarei, where you will play a vital role in our integrated Oral Health Service in Te Tai Tokerau. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of our Oral Health Service. The Oral and Maxillofacial services we provide to the Te Tai Tokerau population are crucial for ensuring timely patient care and improving access to essential services that may otherwise require extensive travel. As part of Health New Zealand, you will benefit from strong connections and networking opportunities with our Auckland counterparts, enhancing support for this regional service. About the Location Northland is a subtropical region that extends from Auckland to the northernmost part of New Zealand, covering an area of 12,600 square kilometers with a growing population. It features two distinct coastlines: the rugged and soulful west coast, and the more sophisticated east coast. Northland is renowned for its stunning seaside areas and offers a variety of popular attractions and recreational activities. For more information about our beautiful location, please visit our website. About You To be considered for this role, you must hold a qualification that allows you to obtain dual specialist registration with both the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) and the Dental Council of New Zealand (DCNZ). Preference will be given to candidates with FRACDS accreditation. If you are currently overseas or not yet registered, we can assist you with the application process to obtain MCNZ and DCNZ registration. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare for all New Zealanders. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce that allows us to better understand and meet the needs of our community. We encourage applications from individuals in our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 03 September 2025. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact us at NL-SMO.Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.