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Surgery jobs in New South Wales

Q: What subspecialties of General Surgery do you recruit for?

We have general surgeon positions across Australasia. Our specialist Surgeon Team can help you find a role in these subspecialties: Otolaryngology (ENT) Urology Neurosurgery Plastic Surgery Vascular Surgery Orthopaedic Breast Surgery Surgery Registrar roles Neurosurgery Vascular Cardiothoracic Orthopaedic Plastic Surgery

Q: How much does an RMO make in New South Wales?

In New South Wales, an RMO (Resident Medical Officer) typically earns between AUD $65,000 and AUD $95,000 annually. Salaries can vary based on the hospital, specific duties, and additional hours or shifts worked. This range is reflective of the important role RMOs play in providing patient care within the state's healthcare system. Locum RMOs are earning between AUD$85 - $130 per hour.

Q: What's the lifestyle like in New South Wales?

NSW boasts a multifaceted lifestyle with a warm climate. It's perfect for outdoor hobbies like surfing at iconic beaches, hiking in beautiful national parks, and enjoying cultural pursuits in Sydney. Urban and rural living offer diverse leisure in spare time.

Q: What are the main attractions in New South Wales?

New South Wales boasts iconic attractions: Sydney's Opera House and Harbour Bridge, the pristine beaches of Byron Bay, the white-capped peaks of the Snowy Mountains, and the rugged Blue Mountains National Park. Wine tours thrive in Hunter Valley, while Port Stephens offers marine life.

Q: Is there a demand for General Practitioners in Sydney, NSW?

Yes, there is a steady demand for full-time, part-time, or locum General Practitioners in Sydney, NSW. This need is particularly pronounced in suburban and regional areas, where a diverse patient base contribute to the ongoing general practitioners jobs on offer. Sydney's growing population and diverse health needs continue to drive the demand for GPs, offering opportunities for both established and newly qualified doctors. Search GP jobs in Sydney.

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Taree, New South Wales AU

25 Dec 2026 ~ 31 Dec 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for/from 25 December 2026 | 0700 - 1730 + on call 1730 - 0700 26 - 27 December 2026 | 0700 - 1530 28 December 2026 | 0700 - 1330 29 December 2026 | 0700 - 1730 + on call 1730 - 0700 30 - 31 December 2026 | 0700 - 1730 Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - General

Matiland, New South Wales AU

18 Nov 2026 ~ 19 Nov 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for 18 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: Shift times: 1900 - 0900 | 1900 - 0900 Consultant/Specialist/VMO GESA certification is a must.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - General

Newcastle, New South Wales AU

28 Dec 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required from 28 December 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 1300 - 2100 Benefits: Travel and accommodation allowance.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - General

Newcastle, New South Wales AU

30 Nov 2026 ~ 27 Dec 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required from 30 November - 27 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1300 - 2100 Benefits: Travel and accommodation allowance.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - Urology

Cudgen, New South Wales AU

05 Jan 2027 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required from 5 - 8 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 Monday - Friday + 1-2 on call shifts and rotation of weekend shifts.

Must be available over Christmas and New Year period.

$130 per hourBase salary

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Locum

Registrar - Surgery - General

North Tamworth, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 16 Nov 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 31 August - 4 September 2026 7 - 11 September 2026 21 - 25 September 2026 2 October 2026 4 - 9 October 2026 19 - 23 October 2026 2 - 6 November 2026 15 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 on call 1530 - 0700 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - General

Taree, New South Wales AU

27 Nov 2026 ~ 30 Nov 2026

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required from 27 - 29 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 0700 Consultant/Specialist/VMO GESA is a must.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - Orthopaedic

Bathurst, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 17 - 30 August 2026 30 - 31 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1700 Monday - Friday Possible on call.

Covering: OT, wards, clinics, ED patient reviews, supervision and support on Intern.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$1,800 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - Otolaryngology (ENT)

Bega, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 05 Dec 2026

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 12 - 14 August 2026 9 - 11 September 2026 7 - 9 October 2026 4 - 6 November 2026 3 - 5 December 2026 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$3,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - General

North Tamworth, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 15 Nov 2026

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 26 September 2026 28 September - 2 October 2026 4 - 9 October 2026 12 - 17 October 2026 19 - 23 October 2026 26 - 30 October 2026 2 - 7 November 2026 9 - 15 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 + on call on some shifts 1530 - 0700/2300 - 0700 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - General

North Tamworth, New South Wales AU

16 Nov 2026 ~ 29 Jan 2027

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 16 November - 18 December 2026 4 - 29 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 1500 - 2300 | Monday - Friday Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$170 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - General

Griffith, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 01 Feb 2027

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required from 2 November 2026 - 1 February 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: A mix of 0800 - 1630, 0800 - 1830 and on call shifts Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$160 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - General

Griffith, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 22 Jan 2027

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 5 - 18 October 2026 11 - 22 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 On call Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$160 per hourBase salary

Locum

Registrar - Surgery - General

Griffith, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 01 Feb 2027

Posted 4 months ago

Locum cover is required from 2 November 2026 - 1 February 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 On call Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$160 per hourBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - Urology

North Tamworth, New South Wales AU

30 Nov 2026 ~ 07 Dec 2026

Posted 5 months ago

Locum cover is required from 30 November - 6 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 Consultant/Specialist/VMO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$3,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - General

Armidale, New South Wales AU

27 Nov 2026 ~ 30 Nov 2026

Posted 5 months ago

Locum cover is required from 27 - 29 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 Consultant/Spec/Vmo Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - General

Matiland, New South Wales AU

30 Dec 2026 ~ 01 Jan 2027

Posted 5 months ago

Locum cover is required from 30 - 31 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 0700 Consultant/Specialist/VMO GESA certification is a must.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - General

Matiland, New South Wales AU

25 Nov 2026 ~ 26 Nov 2026

Posted 5 months ago

Locum cover is required for 25 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1900 - 1900 Consultant/Specialist/VMO GESA certification is a must.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$2,000 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - Orthopaedic

North Tamworth, New South Wales AU

07 Dec 2026 ~ 14 Dec 2026

Posted 5 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 7 - 11 December 2026 | 0700 - 0700 $3000 and 0700 - 1600 12 - 13 December 2026 | 0700 - 0700 $3000 Position Details: Consultant/Specialist/VMO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

Locum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - Orthopaedic

North Tamworth, New South Wales AU

30 Nov 2026 ~ 04 Dec 2026

Posted 5 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 30 November - 1 December 2026 | 0700 - 0700 $3000 2 December 2026 | 0700 - 1600 3 December 2026 | 0700 - 0700 $3000 4 December 2026 | 0700 - 1600 Position Details: Consultant/Specialist/VMO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

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St George Private Hospital, Kogarah, NSW

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Registrar, Surgery

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St George Private Hospital, Kogarah, NSW

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