Join
a Purpose‑Driven Midwifery Team Shaping the Future of Women’s
Health
Are you an experienced
Midwife ready to take the next step in your
leadership and clinical excellence journey?
At Women and Newborn
Health Service (WNHS), you’ll join a high‑performing,
supportive team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of
women, babies and our wider community. This is more than a job—it’s
an opportunity to use your expertise, mentorship and leadership to
shape high‑quality maternity care and support the growth of others
in one of Western Australia’s most respected health
services.
About
the Role – Clinical Midwife
Leadership &
Clinical Excellence
We are
seeking suitably experienced midwives to our join our Labour &
Birth Suite and Maternal Fetal Assessment Unit team. As a Clinical
Midwife, you will use advanced clinical
experience, skills and a strong capability in
leading, supporting and influencing teams
within a complex healthcare environment to care for patients and
families within WNHS.
You
will:
- Provide
senior clinical leadership and expert, evidence‑based midwifery
care
- Mentor,
coach and support midwifery staff to build capability and
confidence
- Foster a
positive, respectful and high‑performing team
culture
- Lead
quality improvement, clinical governance and patient safety
initiatives
- Collaborate with
multidisciplinary leaders to enhance service
delivery
This role
offers genuine professional autonomy, exposure to complex and
diverse clinical experiences, and the satisfaction of making a real
difference at critical moments in people’s lives.
This vacancy
is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC)
Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website
at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Appointment
details
- Permanent
Full‑Time position
- Fixed‑Term
and/or Part‑Time appointments may be
considered
- Opportunities for
extension and/or permanency for Fixed‑Term
roles
About
Us –WNHS
The Women and
Newborn Health Service (WNHS) is part of the NMHS and provides
world‑class care for women, newborns and families across Western
Australia.
King
Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH)
- WA’s
only tertiary maternity and gynaecological hospital
- Over
6,000 births each year
- Statewide referral
centre for high‑risk pregnancies
- Home of
specialised services including Maternal Fetal Medicine,
Pregnancy Choice and Abortion Care, Pregnancy Loss Service,
Women and Newborn Drug and Alcohol Service, Adolescent and
Diabetes services caring for the high-risk population in
WA.
- WNHS
encompasses all midwifery models of care with opportunities to
work within CMP, MGP, MAPS and complex multi-disciplinary
teams
- Home to
a state‑of‑the‑art Special Care Nursery
- Comprehensive
gynaecological services supporting around 5,000 women
annually
WNHS also
manages key statewide programs, including BreastScreen WA, and
other specialist services supporting women and babies across the
state.
More
Than Skills – We Value Who You Are
Your
qualifications and experience are important—but at NMHS, your
values matter just as much.
We are
committed to fostering a positive, inclusive workplace where our
people feel respected, supported and proud of the care they
provide. Our core values guide everything we do:
Care
| Respect | Innovation | Teamwork | Integrity
During the
selection process, we will assess both your ability to perform the
role and your commitment to living these values every
day.
We
Think You’ll Like It Here
Our staff
consistently tell us they value the support, teamwork, learning
opportunities and purpose they find at NMHS—and we think you will
too.
Watch our
employee video to hear their stories and discover what makes NMHS a
great place to build your midwifery career.
What
We’re Looking For
We are
seeking applicants who demonstrate:
- Significant experience
in senior midwifery practice
- Proven
ability to lead, influence and support teams in a clinical
setting
- Excellent communication
and interpersonal skills
- Sound
judgement, adaptability and problem‑solving in dynamic
environments
Ready
to Join Our Team?
We welcome
conversations with midwives who are exploring their next
opportunity.
Donna
Baker – 08 6458 2178
Contact Donna to
discuss how this role aligns with your professional goals,
lifestyle needs and passion for midwifery.
If you’re
excited by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and grow
your midwifery career within a respected, values‑driven health
service, we would love to hear from you.
Eligibility
to Apply
- Permanent
positions: Applicants must be Australian citizens or
permanent residents to be eligible for appointment within the
public sector.
- Fixed‑term
positions: Applicants must have documentary evidence
of their entitlement to live and work in Australia for the full
duration of the contract.
- Sponsorship:
There are current opportunities for sponsorship for overseas
applicants.
How
to Apply
Applications
must be submitted online via https://www.jobs.wa.gov.au
Please allow
sufficient time to complete the online application and upload your
supporting documents. If you require assistance at any stage of the
process, Employee Services are available on 13 44 77 during
business hours to provide immediate support.
The Job
Description Form (JDF) is attached for your reference and provides
further information on the role and key
responsibilities.
Your
Application Should Include
To help us
understand your experience, motivation and suitability for the
role, please submit the following:
Selection
Criteria (maximum 3 pages)
A statement
addressing the selection criteria (as outlined in the attached JDF)
in no more than 3 pages. Refer to Applicant Information Package
(attached).
Cover
Letter (maximum 1 page)
Your cover
letter should outline why you are applying for this role and
include clear examples demonstrating your:
- Experience delivering
evidence‑based midwifery care within a clinical practice
setting
- Strong
interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal),
and your ability to work effectively within a collegiate,
multidisciplinary team
- Capacity
to adapt to change in a dynamic clinical environment, using
effective problem‑solving and decision‑making
strategies
Resume
A detailed
and up‑to‑date resume that outlines your qualifications,
professional capabilities and experience relevant to this
position.
Referees
- The
names and contact details of two (2) referees
- Preference is for at
least one referee to be a recent supervisor or
manager
- Please
ensure your referees are aware and available to provide a
reference when requested, as unavailability may impact the
assessment of your application
Other
Important Information
This
selection process may also be used to fill other similar vacancies
that arise across the health service. In addition, if the
successful applicant declines or vacates the position, the next
most suitable applicant from this process may be offered the
role. These options remain valid
for 12 months from the date the recruitment decision is endorsed by
the authorised delegate.
What
We Offer You
We are
committed to supporting your career satisfaction, wellbeing and
long‑term success.
✔ Flexible
working arrangements, where operationally appropriate
✔ Competitive
salary with generous salary packaging to increase take‑home
pay
✔ Ongoing
professional development and career progression
opportunities
✔ Exposure to
tertiary‑level, specialist and statewide services
✔ A diverse,
inclusive and values‑led workplace culture
✔ The chance to
work alongside some of the most experienced midwifery and medical
professionals in WA
Our
Commitment to Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
North
Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) is proud to foster a workplace
where equity, inclusion and belonging are embedded in everything we
do. We value diversity and are committed to building a workforce
that reflects the communities we care for.
We strongly
encourage applications from individuals who align with our values
of:
Respect |
Integrity | Teamwork | Innovation | Care
NMHS is also
committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of our
Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to promote
equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to
this position.
NMHS upholds
the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have
disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace
adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or
require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process,
please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at
email nmhs.talent@health.wa.gov.au.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date
will not be accepted.
We
look forward to receiving your application.
