About the role
The Department of Anaesthesia at Mater Health Services is seeking a number of Provisional Fellows to join them in 2026 for either 6 or 12 months. The positions available commence in August 2026.
These positions offer a supported transition to Consultant level practice to ease the transition to independent specialist practice.
Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!
What you’ll be doing
The Department of Anaesthesia at the Mater Hospital Brisbane offers experience in a wide range of tertiary anaesthesia settings. Mater Mothers Hospital is a premier women’s health facility and Queensland’s largest maternity care provider, delivering more than 11,000 babies every year. Mater serves as a referral centre for complex obstetric and Maternal-Fetal Medicine cases and is also the state’s largest provider of publicly funded gynaecology services.
Successful applicants will work in Obstetric (elective and emergency), and also have the opportunity to gain exposure to the majority of surgical subspecialties. We do not offer exposure to Paediatric, Cardiac or Neuroanaesthesia.
The role provides the ability to extend independent practice but with designated supervision, provide bed-side and formal teaching and to become involved in other aspects of professional practice such as Continuing Medical Education and management.
About you
These Provisional Fellowship positions are accredited for the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists Training Program, and would suit trainees preparing for life as a generalist anaesthetist, or those wishing to further their skills and knowledge in Obstetric anaesthesia.
These roles are intended for those who have completed the requirements of Advanced Training in the ANZCA training program, though consideration would be given to doctors accessing ANZCA fellowship via the Specialist International Medical Graduate process.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- MBBS or equivalent level medical qualification that is recognised by the Medical board of Australia
- Current registration with/or eligible for registration with the Medical board of Australia through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a medical practitioner
- Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) Final examination at the commencement of employment (or equivalent) as a minimum
- At least 4 years anaesthesia training at the commencement of employment
- A demonstrated interest and capability in providing high quality care to obstetric patients
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated achievements in research, audit and quality improvement.
- A commitment to supervising and educating junior medical and non -medical staff
- A high level of professionalism, integrity and ethical practice
Applicants must provide documentary evidence of compliance before they can be appointed, inclusive of certified copies of qualifications held, current registration certificates, and evidence of relevant immunisations
Your application
Please provide the following information for the Selection Panel to assess your suitability:
- A written response of no more than 2 pages addressing your ability to meet the requirements of the role.
- Your current CV, including two referees that can attest to your performance and conduct in the workplace. Referees should have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years, and it is preferable to include your current/immediate/past supervisor. By providing the names and contact details of your referee/s you consent for these people to be contacted by the selection panel. If you do not wish for a referee to be contacted, please indicate this on your resume and contact the selection panel chair to discuss.
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.
We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient, discounted on-site parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
For more information regarding the role, please contact Dr Simon Maffey, Director of Anaesthesia on 07 3163 8646.
Applications close on the 5th of November 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.
For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.
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