- Package of $400,000 – $550,000 p.a. plus generous relocation allowance
- 40-hour working week - ideal for work-life balance
- Large tertiary service with supportive multidisciplinary teams
- Relaxed sub-tropical lifestyle with year-round sunshine
- Easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, Magnetic Island, beaches, and walking trails
- Modern amenities including shopping, sport, and entertainment
- Quality public and private schooling options
- Permanent residency support for eligible applicants
This Psychiatry position is based within a major tertiary referral hospital in North Queensland, servicing a population of approximately 700,000 people. The facility provides a comprehensive range of specialist services and maintains strong academic links with James Cook University, including active participation in research and clinical trials.
Mental health services deliver recovery-focused care across a variety of settings, including inpatient units, community services, residential rehabilitation, and supported accommodation. Care is provided by experienced multidisciplinary teams working collaboratively with community organisations.
This role presents an opportunity to take on a leadership position within the Adult Mental Health Service. You will manage a clinical caseload while supporting service delivery across inpatient, community, and outreach environments. The role also involves engagement in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and the supervision and teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate clinicians.
About the location
Situated in tropical North Queensland, this thriving regional centre offers an outstanding lifestyle that blends natural beauty with modern convenience and a strong sense of community. Surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef, lush rainforests, and expansive outback landscapes, the region provides unparalleled access to outdoor activities, including island getaways, reef exploration, hiking, and national parks.
Residents benefit from a laid-back coastal lifestyle, diverse housing, minimal commute times, and access to excellent schools. The area also boasts a growing arts, dining, and cultural scene. With its warm climate and welcoming community, it is an ideal destination for professionals and families seeking both career advancement and an exceptional quality of life.
Relocating to Australia…. support we can offer you
- Forget Government Job Boards - We know our hospitals. We provide you with exclusive Psychiatrist job vacancies and direct link-ups with Mental Health Dept. Directors
- Our recruitment service is FREE and personalised to your career and location requirements
- Psychiatrist Peer to Peer Group Support with the RANZCP Specialist Assessment and Medical Board Applications
- All Job applications prepared and submitted by our recruitment team.
- Support with enrolling your children into leading private or state-run schools
- Registered Migration Agent advice and support
Contact Jonathan Richards, your Psychiatry Recruitment Specialist, to find out more about this role and all it has to offer.
Tel: 0422408729
Email: jonathanr@ccjobs.com.au
About Jonathan Richards
“I have 15+ years’ experience connecting Psychiatrists with the best job opportunities across Australia. It is my passion and privilege to ensure you are being provided with the best recruitment services available.”

