Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist

Consultant Psychiatrist ? Forensic Mental Health

Permanent Full-Time | Brisbane, QLD

$350,000 ? $500,000 p.a. + Relocation Package

An exceptional opportunity for an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a specialist forensic mental health service in the Brisbane metropolitan region. This senior role combines clinical leadership, meaningful patient impact, and an outstanding lifestyle in one of Australia?s fastest-growing cities.

What?s on Offer

• **Attractive remuneration:** $350,000 ? $500,000 p.a.
• **Generous relocation allowance**
• **40-hour working week** supporting genuine work?life balance
• **Permanent residency support** for eligible international candidates
• Lead a **high-performing, multidisciplinary clinical team**
• Progressive, safe, flexible and supportive workplace culture
• Clear pathways for **career advancement and leadership development**
• Live close to:
• Brisbane CBD
• Beaches and hinterland
• Shopping, sporting events, and cultural attractions
• Access to **top-tier Queensland schools**
• Enjoy a **subtropical climate** and relaxed Australian lifestyle

The Consultant Psychiatrist Will Join a Specialist Mental Health Service Delivering Care Across a Diverse Range Of Forensic And Secure Environments, Including

• High-security inpatient units
• Secure rehabilitation services
• Extended treatment programs
• Prison-based mental health services
• Statewide services for individuals with intellectual disability
• Provide **senior medical leadership** within a high-security inpatient forensic setting
• Deliver expert psychiatric assessment, treatment, and risk management
• Lead and support a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, coordinated, high-quality care
• Contribute to **clinical governance**, service development, and quality improvement
• Supervise and educate medical and clinical staff, supporting workforce development
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure continuity of care
• Promote **evidence-based, recovery-oriented practice** in a secure environment

Brisbane is increasingly recognised as a premier destination for medical specialists seeking professional opportunity alongside exceptional quality of life.

• Rapid population growth and sustained healthcare investment through to 2026
• Major infrastructure expansion linked to the **2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games**
• Strong demand for mental health specialists across the metropolitan region

Lifestyle Highlights Include

• Leafy, family-friendly suburbs close to the CBD and coastline
• Rivers, parklands, and outdoor recreation year-round
• Thriving caf�, dining, and cultural scenes
• Proximity to leading hospitals, universities, and private practice opportunities

This is an ideal setting for psychiatrists seeking long-term career stability, professional fulfilment, and a balanced lifestyle.

• RANZCP Specialist Assessment
• Medical Board of Australia registration
• All job applications prepared and managed on your behalf