Surgical Registrar - September 2026 at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay, Hawkes Bay

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital, Surgical Registrar
• Permanent, Full-time, Rostered and Rotating Shifts
• Minimum 6 months or 12 month placement

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are seeking a Surgical Registrar to join our Surgical Department here at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital to commence from September 2026.

The Registrars are responsible for the day to day management of inpatients under the care of a designated Consultant. They are also responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients referred to hospital acutely with surgical problems. These may be patients referred for admissions on acute days or be patients who have previously been cared for by the team and whom the team as accepted for re-admission. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Our service is fully accredited for the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) Surgical Education and Training (SET) programme, offering a robust platform towards your professional development.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The successful candidate would join a team of 13 Registrars with the full support of 9 General Surgeons, 3 Urologists and work closely with 8 House Officers.

Hawkes Bay Hospital is a 400-bed secondary level public hospital in Hastings, serving a population of over 180,000 people. We offer both acute and elective care across a wide range of medical and surgical specialties, including paediatrics, obstetrics & gynaecology, and more. We are supported by a strong regional ICU and flight team with tertiary support for cardiac intervention, cardiothoracic surgery, plastics and neurosurgery from Wellington, ensuring comprehensive care for a diverse patient population.

Hawkes Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawkes Bay click HERE

About you

• Youre a Resident Medical Officer (RMO) PGY3 or above
• Youve ideally completed a placement within Surgery at Registrar level
• You are registered or eligible for general registration, with the Medical Council of New Zealand

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To review the run description, click HERE. To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the RMO Recruitment Consultant via email on rmo.recruitment@hbdhb.govt.nz.

Application Requirements

• Up-to-date CV detailing full dates of employment.
• Cover letter specifying preferred start date.
• 3x Reference Request forms (including one from your most recent supervisor).  
  References should be returned to the RMO Recruitment Consultant, email above. Download the Reference Request Form here.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.