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Surgery Jobs in Australia & New Zealand

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Consultant Neurosurgeon

Elevate your career with a premier neurosurgical group offering high-calibre clinical work, excellen...

Posted 69 days ago
Orthopaedic Surgeon needed in QLD

This is your perfect opportunity to explore the beautiful State of QLD

Posted 108 days ago
Urology Registrar - Wollongong Hospital

14th November to 21st November 2025 $180 per hour 0700-1530 Onsite accommodation

Posted 111 days ago
Vascular Registrar - Wollongong Hospital - 4th December to 6th December 2025

4th December to 6th December 2025 $180 per hour Onsite accommodation Provided

Posted 111 days ago
General Surgery Registrar - Hervey Bay Hospital - 17th February to 30th October 2025

10th March to 30th March 2025 17th March to 2nd May 2025 26th March to 27th April 2025 16th April to...

Posted 159 days ago
Urology PHO - Ipswich Hospital

6 week or 3 month Placement $1040 per day inc super Brisbane based preferred however will consider a...

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Claire Ponsford

Owner and Director

Paul Darby

General Manager - Hospital Services Locum

Max Drakeley

GP Team Manager

Skye Rogers

Team Manager - JAM-ED

Craig Picard

Recruitment Consultant - Locum O&G and Paediatrics

Fiona Jackson

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Emergency Medicine

Rebecca Newman

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Emergency Medicine

Mikaila Brooks

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Psychiatry

Jade-Maree Camilleri

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Anaesthetics & ICU

Tabather Cain

Recruitment Consultant – Locum Anaesthetics & ICU

Tahnee Love

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Surgery

EJ Cuaresma

Recruitment Consultant – Permanent GP

Jane Stanke

Recruitment Consultant - Permanent GP (UK Based)

Charlie Hellmundt

Recruitment Consultant – Locum GP

Amy Beddall

Associate Recruiter - Locum GP

Anna Mullins

Recruitment Consultant – Locum GP AMS

Emma Chadwick

Recruitment Consultant – Locum GP

Eamon McCurry

Recruitment Consultant – Locum Paediatrics

Kelly Deakin

Recruitment Consultant – Locum Physicians

Claudine Zaarour

Recruitment Consultant – Locum Physicians

Amber Derby-Davies

Recruitment Consultant - Locum O&G

Yasmin Lockey

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Psychiatry

Courtney Lewis

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Psychiatry

Robyn Pascoe

Recruitment Consultant - Locum Psychiatry (Non-Specialist)

Nicole Langan

Recruitment Consultant – Locum Surgery

Ashlea Harvey

Recruitment Consultant – Permanent Emergency Medicine, Anaesthetics, ICU, General Medicine, O&G, Fertility and Paediatrics

Chloe Frost

Recruitment Consultant - Permanent Psychiatry, Surgery, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Nuclear Medicine and Cardiology

Working with you to build a satisfying career

  • "Wavelength listens to what I have to say and tries to match up roles as best as they can. They always put me first and continuously negotiate the best outcomes on my behalf with the hospital."

    Dr Sandeep
    Surgical Registrar
  • "Wavelength was diligent and proactive in getting me the best Orthopaedic Registrar locums, based on my experience and requirements. As a Senior Reg, I was looking for good exposure to theatre which they helped me with. I am now in full-time employment in a senior role and still very happy to locum whenever I get a chance – I highly recommend Wavelength."

    Dr Yateen
    Orthopaedic Registrar
  • "Wavelength exemplifies professionalism and attention to detail in all of their dealings with me. The transition to a different culture and work practice is not easy but they made the journey stress-free. Wavelength are a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend them to any other professional contemplating a change in working environment."

    Dr Sachin
    Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Surgery job salary?

Doctors working in Surgery in Australia can expect to earn the following for locum and permanent Surgery jobs:

  • Junior and middle-grade Surgery jobs: can earn a salary from approx. $85,000 to $150,000 per year
  • General Surgeon jobs (and subspecialties): can earn a salary between $270,000 to $400,000 per year
  • Locum General Surgeon jobs (and subspecialties): pay rates between $1,800 to $3,000 per day
  • Locum Orthopaedic Surgeon jobs: pay rates between from $2,000 to $3,000 per day

What Subspecialties of General Surgery do you recruit for?

In addition to sharing the most rewarding General Surgery jobs, we provide career advice and find the best locum and permanent Surgery jobs in the following subspecialty areas:

  • Breast Surgery
  • Otolaryngology (ENT)
  • Urology Neurosurgery 
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Registrar roles

What qualifications do you need to work in Surgery in Australia and New Zealand?

Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) is the Specialist qualification in Australia and New Zealand. You are advised to assess your training program in terms of content, duration, governance, and assessment to see if it is comparable to the RACS training program. If so, it may be worth applying for Specialist Assessment in Australia or Vocational registration in New Zealand. International qualifications that are often deemed comparable include:

  • UK/Ireland – FRCS combined with the CCT (or CCST or JCHMT as appropriate)
  • Canada – Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Canada
  • USA – Some Board-Certified Surgeons – depending on the training program

Is there Regulatory and Migration help available?

All our doctors looking for Surgery jobs have access to free expert advice from our in-house Regulatory and Migration team. We can assist you with the RACS assessment, AHPRA registration, Medicare as well as migration advice from our registered migration agents.

Register with our Surgery team today and we will contact you for a confidential discussion about your medical career goals and the Surgery jobs currently available to you.

What is the average Surgery job salary?

Doctors working in Surgery in Australia can expect to earn the following for locum and permanent Surgery jobs:

  • Junior and middle-grade Surgery jobs: can earn a salary from approx. $85,000 to $150,000 per year
  • General Surgeon jobs (and subspecialties): can earn a salary between $270,000 to $400,000 per year
  • Locum General Surgeon jobs (and subspecialties): pay rates between $1,800 to $3,000 per day
  • Locum Orthopaedic Surgeon jobs: pay rates between from $2,000 to $3,000 per day

What Subspecialties of General Surgery do you recruit for?

In addition to sharing the most rewarding General Surgery jobs, we provide career advice and find the best locum and permanent Surgery jobs in the following subspecialty areas:

  • Breast Surgery
  • Otolaryngology (ENT)
  • Urology Neurosurgery 
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Registrar roles

What qualifications do you need to work in Surgery in Australia and New Zealand?

Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) is the Specialist qualification in Australia and New Zealand. You are advised to assess your training program in terms of content, duration, governance, and assessment to see if it is comparable to the RACS training program. If so, it may be worth applying for Specialist Assessment in Australia or Vocational registration in New Zealand. International qualifications that are often deemed comparable include:

  • UK/Ireland – FRCS combined with the CCT (or CCST or JCHMT as appropriate)
  • Canada – Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Canada
  • USA – Some Board-Certified Surgeons – depending on the training program

Is there Regulatory and Migration help available?

All our doctors looking for Surgery jobs have access to free expert advice from our in-house Regulatory and Migration team. We can assist you with the RACS assessment, AHPRA registration, Medicare as well as migration advice from our registered migration agents.

Register with our Surgery team today and we will contact you for a confidential discussion about your medical career goals and the Surgery jobs currently available to you.

What is the average Surgery job salary?

Doctors working in Surgery in Australia can expect to earn the following for locum and permanent Surgery jobs:

  • Junior and middle-grade Surgery jobs: can earn a salary from approx. $85,000 to $150,000 per year
  • General Surgeon jobs (and subspecialties): can earn a salary between $270,000 to $400,000 per year
  • Locum General Surgeon jobs (and subspecialties): pay rates between $1,800 to $3,000 per day
  • Locum Orthopaedic Surgeon jobs: pay rates between from $2,000 to $3,000 per day

What Subspecialties of General Surgery do you recruit for?

In addition to sharing the most rewarding General Surgery jobs, we provide career advice and find the best locum and permanent Surgery jobs in the following subspecialty areas:

  • Breast Surgery
  • Otolaryngology (ENT)
  • Urology Neurosurgery 
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Registrar roles

What qualifications do you need to work in Surgery in Australia and New Zealand?

Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) is the Specialist qualification in Australia and New Zealand. You are advised to assess your training program in terms of content, duration, governance, and assessment to see if it is comparable to the RACS training program. If so, it may be worth applying for Specialist Assessment in Australia or Vocational registration in New Zealand. International qualifications that are often deemed comparable include:

  • UK/Ireland – FRCS combined with the CCT (or CCST or JCHMT as appropriate)
  • Canada – Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Canada
  • USA – Some Board-Certified Surgeons – depending on the training program

Is there Regulatory and Migration help available?

All our doctors looking for Surgery jobs have access to free expert advice from our in-house Regulatory and Migration team. We can assist you with the RACS assessment, AHPRA registration, Medicare as well as migration advice from our registered migration agents.

Register with our Surgery team today and we will contact you for a confidential discussion about your medical career goals and the Surgery jobs currently available to you.