Staff Midwife - Maternity Ward - New Grads

• Staff Midwife - Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital
• Multiple New Grad Permanent, Part – Time positions available - 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE)
• Start your career in our highly regarded new graduate program
• Supported by experienced midwives, preceptors, and clinical coaches throughout your Midwifery First Year of Practice (MFYP)

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

Kickstart your midwifery career in Hawke’s Bay, where you will be supported to grow, learn, and thrive. Our 12-month MFYP programme (0.8 FTE, potential for flexibility to 0.6 FTE) offers hands on experience across a variety of settings - from tertiary hospitals to primary and rural maternity units.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for recent graduates looking to begin their career in a supportive clinical environment. You will work alongside experienced midwives, Lead Maternity Carers, medical staff, and the wider multidisciplinary team, gaining valuable experience across a range of maternity settings. Ongoing professional development, clinical support, and learning opportunities are available to help you build confidence and develop your midwifery practice.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Maternity Service provides comprehensive maternity care for women and whānau across Hawke's Bay. Based at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital in Hastings, you will join a passionate and supportive team of midwives, doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and whānau centred care.

For more information on living and working in Hawke’s Bay click HERE

About you

As a Staff Midwife, you will bring:

• Registration as a Midwife with the Midwifery Council of New Zealand and a current practising certificate, or be eligible for registration in New Zealand
• New graduate midwives are encouraged to apply
• A commitment to providing safe, woman centred care and achieving positive outcomes for women, babies, and whānau
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• A willingness to learn, develop professionally, and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Sound clinical judgement, problem solving skills, and personal accountability
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally safe maternity care
• Passion, enthusiasm, and a genuine desire to support women and whānau throughout their maternity journey

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 apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 2nd November 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Catherine.Overfield@hbdhb.govt.nz

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

Job Details

Closing Date: 02/Nov/26