Dental Assistant

Are you a caring and organised Dental Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique primary healthcare setting? This is a great opportunity to support Dental clinicians and deliver high-quality care to Defence members in a professional, team-focused environment. 

What’s on offer 

• Work-life balance – predictable hours, finish on time, Christmas & New Year Leave 
• Safe, respectful environment – professional, health focused patient cohort 
• Collaborative team – feel valued and supported in a team of Dentists and Hygienists  
• Meaningful work – support positive oral health outcomes for Defence members 
• Civilian role – be part of the mission without wearing the uniform 
• Practical perks – free parking and uniforms 
• Wellbeing support – mental health resources and lifestyle discounts 

About the Health Centre 
RAAF Base Amberley, the largest Air Force Base in Australia and approximately 50 minutes from Brisbane city. It provides operational and maintenance support for the precision strike element of the Air Combat Group, F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft.  Supports the strategic lift capability for the Australian military’s KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT), C-17 Globemaster III heavy lift aircraft and C-27J Spartan battlefield airlifters.  The health centre provides primary medical, aviation medical, dental, nursing, physiotherapy, mental health and pharmaceutical services to over 6500 RAAF members. The standard operating hours of the centre are generally 0700-1630 Monday – Thursday (depending on role requirements), and a half day (5.5 hours) Friday. 

What you’ll do 

• Work onsite Monday, Wednesday and Friday supporting dental procedures through chair-side assisting 
• Preparing and maintaining clinical equipment and treatment areas 
• Promoting oral health and supporting patient care 
• Maintaining infection control and hygiene standards 
• Managing patient records and supporting administrative tasks 

What you bring 

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualification 
• 2 years chair-side experience in a dental clinical setting 
• Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009) certification 
• Strong understanding of infection control and clinical standards 
• Great communication skills with a caring, team-focused approach 

Who we are 

Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services. 

Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.