Be the health force behind
Australia's Defence Force
Unique and rewarding healthcare opportunities for people who want to be part of something bigger
A dynamic, purpose driven environment like no other
See how you can build a career with purpose
Driving meaningful change
Base life and Defence culture is a unique experience. You’ll find people united in their connection and support for one another, and for serving members.
Leading healthcare alliance
Serco and Bupa work in partnership to support you with training and professional development opportunities to help you deliver quality health services.
Predictable and consistent working hours
Our centres offer both fixed & shift work roles, and provide rosters 3 months in advance. Most centres close over the Christmas period, so you can spend more time with friends and family.
Building strong patient connections
Health workers get to support serving members, who are determined in their journey to good health and wellbeing. You’ll have more time for patients, and you’ll spend less time on administration.
Integrated healthcare
Colleagues across medical, dental, and allied health work together collaboratively to deliver meaningful impact for Defence members and the country.
Exceptional medical resources and facilities
The Health Centre hubs are well equipped with medical resources and equipment to help provide you and your patients — Australia’s serving members — with what you need.
Unique and meaningful careers, and the chance
to make a difference for your country.
We offer specialist training and numerous opportunities for professional development beyond traditional nursing practice.
Our roles include:
- Sexual Health - Registered Nurse - Sexual Health
- Field Training (Basic and Advanced) - Registered Nurse
- Health Promotion - Registered Nurse
- Healthcare Coordinator - Registered Nurse Mental Health Registered Nurse
- Enrolled Nurse
- Nurse Immuniser
- Nurse Practitioner
- Nurse practitioners, with specialisations in immunisation, sexual health, mental health, healthcare coordination, and telehealth nursing.
With many avenues for specialist training, both early fellows and experienced practitioners will access valuable professional development opportunities to support their future career growth.
Our roles include:
- Medical Officer – General Practice
- Medical Officer – Defence Force Recruitment
- Medical Officer – Under Water Medicine
- Medical Officer – Aviation
We provide opportunities to support one of Defence’s highest priorities and help drive the future of mental health services for Defence members. With a clear focus on prevention and early identification, you’ll have the opportunity to provide timely support and interventions.
Our roles include:
- Psychologist
- Supervising Psychologist
- Clinical Psychologist
- Clinical Supervising Psychologist
- Mental Health Social worker
- Mental Health Registered Nurse
We’re offering some of the most unique and rewarding career opportunities available in Australian dentistry. You’ll get to work in generously equipped dental facilities with the support of multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Our roles include:
- Dentists
- Dental hygienists
- Dental assistants
- Dental practice managers.
*For Senior Dentists, click here for more information on Clinical Leadership roles.
In our deep commitment to patient outcomes, we’re building high-performing multidisciplinary teams to support our defence members with holistic care.
Our roles include :
- Physiotherapist
- Exercise Physiologist
- Pharmacist
- Dispensary Assistant technicians
You can help us keep our healthcare ecosystem running seamlessly. We’re offering a range of roles that help fuel our mission of healthcare excellence
Our roles include:
- Health Clerk
- Healthcare Administration
- Driver Logistic Support
- Practice Manager
- Senior Health Clerk and Store person
All these positions support the smooth operation of our healthcare services for our armed forces.
Experience ADF Health Services
Explore the benefits we offer, and how a role at ADF Health Services is like no other
Find a role
Find the perfect role to suit your skills and interests among our wide range of opportunities for healthcare professionals and support staff
Career Development
Discover the professional development activities, training, travel, and career opportunities that are available to support your career growth
Join us for the healthcare experiences you’ve only imagined
Build professional connections and rewarding career pathways while supporting our country’s serving members.
Health Centres across Australia
Work is available in 55 locations across every state in Australia,
including travel opportunities for locum roles across the country.
