Registered Nurse

Job Req ID:  312036
Posting Start Date:  9 Sept 2026
Location: 

Macleod, Victoria, AU, 3085

Contract Type:  Full Time
Job Advertisement: 

Macleod – Registered Nurse – Simpson Health Centre – Part time.

 

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 Simpson Health Centre

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).

 

This is a part time, fixed term contract until June 2027 with a potential for extension.

 

 

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

 

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.

 

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


Apply now.