Dental Assistant-ADF Health Services Contract

Job Req ID:  312121
Posting Start Date:  7 Sept 2026
Location: 

Southbank, Victoria, AU, 3006

Contract Type:  Part Time
Job Advertisement: 

 

Melb CBD – Dental Assistant – Victoria Barracks Clinic  – Part time. 

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 Victoria Barracks Clinic

Victoria Barracks Clinic Melbourne is located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD at Southbank on St Kilda Road.  Victoria Barracks is the headquarters of Victoria and Tasmania Defence and has a large portion of senior Defence members.  Services include primary medical, nursing, physiotherapy, dental and pharmaceutical services to units within the Barracks and the inner Melbourne area.  Standard operating hours are generally 07:30 – 15:30 Monday – Friday (depending on role requirements). 

This role is a part time role within a multidisciplinary healthcare team from 7:30 am – 3:30 pm.  

 

What you’ll do 

  • 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. 

Read more about Serco here 

 

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

Apply now.