About ADF Health Services
In partnership with Bupa, Serco delivers integrated healthcare to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel at over 45 on-base locations nationwide. We ensure that ADF members have access to quality, defence-ready clinical and support staff – right where they need it.
Why Join Serco?
We value our people and support them with a range of professional and personal benefits:
* Paid CPD leave for permanent employees
* Volunteer and Reservist leave to support your community commitments
* Uniforms provided so you're always ready for duty
* Free on-site parking for added convenience
* Exclusive lifestyle discounts, including Apple, Qantas, Hoyts, and more
* 24/7 wellbeing support through Sonder – mental health, counselling, and specialist hotlines for you and your immediate family
* Refer a friend bonus – successful referrals can earn you a Prezzee Voucher (T&Cs apply)
About The Role
We're looking for a Part-Time Registered Nurse to join our team at Lavarack Health Centre in Townsville. This role is weekend-based, with Saturday and Sunday shifts available:
* Day: 07:00 – 15:30
* Night: 22:45 – 07:15
You'll work in a low-dependency inpatient ward alongside a close-knit team of RNs and ENs, providing acute care to active defence members in a highly supportive and professional environment.
What You'll Need To Succeed
* A commitment to high ethical standards and personal integrity
* Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (unrestricted and unconditional)
* At least 12 months recent experience in acute care, primary healthcare, or a military setting
* Evidence of recent CPD activity as per AHPRA guidelines
* Current CPR certification (HLTAID009)
* Australian Citizenship (mandatory for Baseline Security Clearance)
* No Defence Force enlistment required – this is a civilian position, and your role stays on-base even if the personnel are deployed
About Lavarack Health Centre
Based at Australia's largest Army base in Townsville, Lavarack Barracks is home to the Operational Deployment Force. The health centre supports around 8,000 members, offering a full range of services: primary and underwater medicine, surgical outpatients, mental health, dental, pharmacy, and physiotherapy. It also features a 24/7 inpatient ward to support ongoing care needs.
Let's Talk
Want to know more before applying? Reach out to Sarah at for a confidential chat – we'd love to hear from you.
Do work that truly matters
At Serco, we bring together the right people, technology, and partnerships to tackle real-world challenges. We proudly support government services across Australia, New Zealand, and Hong Kong – improving lives across health, defence, maritime, justice, immigration, and community sectors.
We celebrate diversity and encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ communities, veterans, and people with disability. You'll also be invited to join Serco's Employee Networks – led by passionate peers fostering inclusion and belonging.
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