International Obstetricians and Gynaecologists - New Zealand roles

Obstetricians and Gynaecologists provide specialist care for women throughout pregnancy, childbirth and reproductive health. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking qualified Obstetricians and Gynaecologists to deliver high-quality maternity and women's health services across Aotearoa (New Zealand).

Obstetrics and gynaecology roles in New Zealand

Obstetricians and Gynaecologists work in regional and tertiary hospitals. Clinical activities may include:

• Labour and birth care, including care for high-risk pregnancies and delivery management
• Antenatal and postnatal inpatient and outpatient care
• Diagnosis and treatment of gynaecological conditions
• Participation in multidisciplinary team meetings and care planning
• Colposcopy, fertility care, surgical gynaecology and emergency obstetric or gynaecological care

What it's like to work here

Obstetricians and Gynaecologists work with midwives, nurses, anaesthetists, paediatricians and other health professionals to provide comprehensive care. Services are delivered in hospitals equipped with operating theatres, maternity units and outpatient facilities.

Employees are entitled to:

• Access to peer networks, continuing medical education and sabbatical entitlements
• Protected non-clinical time
• Flexible work options depending on the service
• Opportunities to participate in service development, teaching and quality improvement

Call New Zealand home

Health New Zealand can provide relocation support through the Health Immigration Service. Obstetricians and Gynaecologists are on Tier 1 of New Zealand's Green List, which makes them eligible for the Straight to Residence Visa and allows them to apply for residency before arrival with a job offer.

New Zealand offers diverse urban, regional and rural centres for professional practice across the country.

Salary, benefits and leave

Salary:

• The average salary package for Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in New Zealand is NZ $343,500.
• Packages are comprised of a base salary based on experience, plus allowances, and superannuation per the ASMS collective agreement.   

Benefits:

• You'll receive an annual continuing medical education (CME) allowance of NZ $16,000,
• paid 3-month sabbaticals every 6 years,
• your indemnity insurance covered by Health NZ,
• your professional fees and subscriptions fully reimbursed,
• complimentary visa and immigration support,
• plus a tailored relocation package to make your move, if eligible.

Leave:

• You'll get 6 weeks of annual leave,
• generous discretionary sick leave, 
• 12 public holidays, paid T1.5 + time in lieu if worked, 
• and 14 weeks paid parental leave alongside the government's 26-weeks,

Please note that actual packages are negotiated at the time of offer, reflecting your specific clinical specialty, experience level, and geographic location.

What you need to work here

To practise as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in New Zealand, you must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) and hold a current Annual Practising Certificate.

You will typically need an overseas qualification comparable to Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRANZCOG) and meet MCNZ requirements for vocational registration.

International Obstetricians and Gynaecologists may be granted provisional vocational registration initially and must complete a period of supervised practice prior to applying for full vocational registration.

Working for Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

Te Whatu Ora means “the weaving of wellness.” We are building a unified health system that delivers equitable, high-quality care across the country. Our people are at the heart of everything we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all people—including Māori, Pacific Peoples, ethnic communities, disabled people and the Rainbow community.

Our values are grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) and our commitment to health equity for Māori and all New Zealanders.

Ready to make a difference?

Our international recruitment team can support you through the application, registration and immigration process—and help you find the right place to work in New Zealand.

Apply now—and make a difference somewhere different.