Midwife - Private Postnatal

About the role

Mater Mothers’ Hospital is seeking applications from enthusiastic, passionate, and committed Registered Midwives to work within our Private Postnatal Care Wards.

We have permanent and maximum-term positions available in a full-time and part-time capacity.

Mater Mothers' Hospital is a leader in the provision of high-quality maternity and newborn services for the people of Queensland and northern New South Wales. Providing exceptional care and support of women and their families, Mater Mothers' Hospital offers integrated services covering obstetrics, gynaecology, neonatology, and maternal fetal medicine.

Salary range: $43.15 - $57.93 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

In this role you will be responsible for providing private postnatal care with a high volume of normal and complex care cases within the Mater Mothers’ Hospitals.

Your extensive experience and skills you bring to the role will ensure you will adapt to requirements of this postnatal ward and make you a valued member of our team that values and is committed to delivering exceptional midwifery care.

About you

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a highly skilled and professional multi-disciplinary team, utilising your experience and midwifery passion for the delivery of best practice within a supportive and professional environment.

 The successful candidates will have:

• Current registration with AHPRA with midwifery endorsement (no restrictions)
• Demonstrated high levels of communication (both written and verbal) and clinical problem-solving skills
• Evidence of continuing educational and professional development, preferably post graduate qualifications
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of health care and nursing practice
• Ability to work in a team environment including the larger multidisciplinary team

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 12 hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER 

Applications close Wednesday the 2nd of September 2026 – please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW.

Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage. 

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.