Overview
The North West Maternity Services (NWMS) is primarily located at the North West Regional Hospital, with satellite and community-based services delivered across Mersey Community Hospital, King Island District Hospital, Smithton District Hospital and West Coast District Hospital. The service covers the full scope of maternity care including antenatal clinics, parenting education classes, pregnancy and postnatal assessment services, a 4-bed birthing suite, a 20-bed inpatient ward, an 8-bed special care nursery and extended care midwifery services for women when they discharge home after birth. Lactation services and connections through allied health colleagues for social work, women’s health physio, diabetes services and perinatal mental health are available.
The Role
We are expanding our team and are seeking passionate Registered Midwives to help us deliver high-quality, women-centered maternity services. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your midwifery career with the North West Maternity Service Transition to Practice Midwifery Program (TtPMP), where you will receive the support and training needed to thrive in your profession.
If you are committed to providing exceptional care and want to grow in a dynamic, supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!
The North West Maternity Service is inviting applications for our well-supported and comprehensive TtPMP from midwives who:
- Are passionate about caring for women
- Work harmoniously within a team
- Have the ability to develop themselves as individuals while also developing as midwives
We welcome applications from postgraduate registered nurse/midwives, direct entry registered midwives and dual degree (registered midwives/registered nurses).
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of Appointment
Permanent, part-time, shift-work positions, up to 64 hours per fortnight, commencing from 18 January 2026.
- Hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full-time, part-time, and casual vacancies.
Salary and Benefits
Salary: $78,179 to $105,995 per annum. Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. The salary range is in accordance with the Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023. Access to Grade 4 salary range is subject to progression.
- Postgraduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type
- Salary Packaging and other benefits where eligible
- Travel and relocation assistance for eligible applicants
- Professional development and accelerated pathways
- Leave entitlements, including study leave and Career development Support
- Fitness Passport for staff and families
Eligibility and Desirable Criteria
Essential criteria:
- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
- Current Driver’s Licence (Community Nurse positions only)
- Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable)
- Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (where applicable)
Desirable criteria (Transition to Practice requirements):
- Less than six months of experience as a registered midwife
- Less than two years since completion of Registered Midwife qualifications
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information about pre-employment checks.
How to Apply
Apply Online. You will be prompted to complete a 1–2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.
Applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.
Contact
For more information, contact Miriam Symons, Midwifery Unit Manager, at or
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