Clinical Midwife Ayr

About the work unit / facility

Ayr Health Service / Ayr

Ayr Health Service is a 28-bed facility located in the township of Ayr, in North Queensland. The Ayr Health Service offers general medical, surgical and obstetric services to Ayr, Home Hill and the broader Burdekin Shire.

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship and strong partnerships with James Cook University.

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commute and a close-knit professional network. 

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $57.48 to $61.55 p.h. (Nurse Grade 6 Band 1)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity

The role of the clinical nurse midwife is to provide clinical expertise, support, and education to nursing and midwifery staff to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care.

Requirements:

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration

• Qualification: Bachelor of Midwifery or equivalent is a mandatory qualification for this position.
• Midwifery: Appointment to this position requires proof of qualifications and registrations with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of current practising certificates.
• Demonstrate clinical skills in IV cannulation, water immersion in labour and waterbirth, perineal suturing and speculum examination. If not competent in these skills, must be willing to undertake necessary training during the term of this employment.
• Completion of Neonatal Specific Competencies is mandatory for nursing staff working within the Neonatal Unit.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:

Tracey Gabiola on (07) 4783 0811.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV682158

Applications close: Wednesday, 20 May 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.