Registered Nurse

Job Req ID:  310739
Posting Start Date:  7 Jul 2026
Location: 

Macleod, Victoria, AU, 3085

Contract Type:  Casual
Job Advertisement: 

Victoria – Registered Nurse – Simpson Barracks – Casual

Are you a passionate nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique primary healthcare setting? 
We’re seeking Registered Nurses who are keen to join a multidisciplinary team and deliver high quality care to Defence members 
 

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 multidisciplinary team 
  • Quality patient centred care – make a real impact 
  • Civilian role – be part of the mission without wearing the uniform 
  • Practical perks – free parking and scrubs 
  • Wellbeing support – mental health resources and lifestyle discounts  

 

About the Simpson Barracks

Simpson Barracks is located at Yallambie (approx. 40 mins North-East of Melbourne CBD).  Predominately a Forces Command training base supporting Defence Force School of Signals (tri-service technicians & operators, electronic warfare systems), Defence Force School of Music (tri-service musicians) and Army Education Centre.  The Army base services approximately 6000 Defence members and operates a 9 bed low dependency ward 24/7.  The health centre also provides primary medical, nursing, physiotherapy, dental and mental health services.  Standard operating hours are generally 07:30 – 15:30 Monday – Friday (depending on role requirements and specific craft groups required for weekend and on-call shifts). 

 

What you’ll do 

  • Deliver high quality primary healthcare, including health assessments and vaccinations or monitor and manage patients in a low dependency ward setting 
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including general practitioners, physios, mental health clinicians, and dental professionals 
  • Support Defence members through injury recovery, chronic condition management, and preventative care 

 

What you bring 

  • Unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse 
  • Minimum one year Registered Nurse experience in acute care, primary health care or military setting 
  • Current CPR certification (HLTAID009) 
  • Australian Citizenship required (Baseline Security Clearance) 
  • Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient centred care 
  • Ability to work a 24/7 roster  
  • This role is primarily Monday to Sunday (AM, PM and Night Shift) within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

 

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. To learn more about Serco click here

 

Interested? Contact Divya on 0427 566 681 or email divya.nair@serco-ap.com  for a confidential chat. 

 
Apply now.