• Consultant Anaesthetist opportunity in Regional Western Australia• UK CCT & Irish CSCST specialists encouraged to apply• Eligible for Australia's Expedited Specialist Pathway• Base salary up to AUD $430,000+ per annum• Relocation assistance and comprehensive employment benefits• Modern hospital with supportive multidisciplinary teams• Excellent work-life balance just one hour from Perth• Full AHPRA registration and relocation support from Blugibbon
UK CCT & Irish CSCST Specialists Encouraged to Apply | Expedited Specialist Pathway
Advance Your Anaesthetic Career Without Compromising Your Lifestyle
You've spent years building your expertise.
Now it's time to enjoy the career—and the lifestyle—that comes with it.
Imagine working in a modern, supportive hospital where your skills are genuinely valued. Finishing your theatre list and being home with your family within minutes. Spending your weekends exploring pristine beaches, renowned wineries or Perth's vibrant city life—all while earning one of Australia's most competitive Consultant salaries.
This is what attracts so many UK and Irish Consultant Anaesthetists to Western Australia.
Located just one hour from Perth, this opportunity offers the perfect balance between a rewarding Consultant career and an exceptional quality of life.
If you're a UK Consultant Anaesthetist with CCT or an Irish Consultant Anaesthetist with CSCST (or are due to complete your training soon), this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Why This Opportunity?
Exceptional Earning Potential
Western Australia offers some of Australia's most attractive remuneration packages for Consultant Specialists.
As a Consultant Anaesthetist, you can expect:
• Base salary up to approximately AUD $430,000+ per annum (dependent on experience and award classification)
• Employer superannuation contributions
• Salary packaging benefits
• Annual leave loading
• Professional development allowance
• Paid study leave
• Relocation assistance
• Additional earnings through on-call, overtime and other applicable allowances
For many UK and Irish consultants, this represents a significant increase in earning potential compared with NHS or HSE Consultant salaries, alongside an outstanding quality of life.
Regional Australia Isn't What You Think
Many doctors assume regional Australia means working in a remote location.
In reality, this hospital is located just one hour from Perth, giving you all the benefits of regional practice while remaining close to a major international city.
You'll enjoy:
ā Easy access to Perth whenever you choose
ā An international airport nearby for travel home
ā Excellent public and private schools
ā Modern shopping centres and entertainment
ā Beautiful beaches and coastal lifestyle
ā Award-winning wineries and outdoor recreation
ā Affordable family housing
ā Commutes often under 15 minutes
Instead of sitting in traffic, you'll have more time to enjoy everything Western Australia has to offer.
Why More Anaesthetists Are Choosing Regional Practice
Regional Anaesthesia offers the chance to practise high-quality medicine while enjoying a more balanced and rewarding lifestyle.
Broad and Diverse Clinical Practice
You'll provide anaesthetic services across a wide variety of surgical specialties, working with experienced surgeons and multidisciplinary teams in a modern healthcare environment.
Greater Professional Autonomy
Regional hospitals often provide consultants with greater clinical involvement, stronger multidisciplinary collaboration and the opportunity to make a real impact on service delivery.
A Better Way of Working
Many consultants choose regional Australia because they enjoy:
• More manageable workloads
• Strong collegial support
• Shorter commutes
• Better work-life balance
• Greater continuity of care
• More time for family and personal interests
About the Role
You'll join an experienced Anaesthesia Department delivering comprehensive perioperative care across a broad range of surgical specialties.
The role may include:
• Elective and emergency anaesthesia
• Obstetric anaesthesia
• Regional anaesthesia
• Pre-admission and perioperative assessment
• Acute pain management
• Participation in emergency response teams
• Teaching and supervising junior medical staff
• Clinical governance, audit and quality improvement
You'll work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to delivering safe, patient-centred care while supporting ongoing education and service development.
International Specialists Welcome
This opportunity is ideal for:
• UK Consultant Anaesthetists holding (or due to obtain) CCT in Anaesthetics
• Irish Consultant Anaesthetists holding (or due to obtain) CSCST in Anaesthesiology
• Specialists eligible for Australia's Expedited Specialist Pathway
• Doctors looking to relocate permanently with their family
Blugibbon has extensive experience supporting UK and Irish specialists through every stage of the Australian registration and relocation process.
Why Western Australia?
Western Australia offers one of the world's most enviable lifestyles.
Enjoy:
• More than 3,000 hours of sunshine every year
• Stunning beaches and coastline
• National parks and outdoor adventures
• World-class wineries and food regions
• Family-friendly communities
• Excellent schools
• Modern healthcare facilities
• Direct international flights from Perth
• A relaxed lifestyle without compromising your career
What We're Looking For
We're keen to speak with Consultant Anaesthetists who have:
• UK CCT in Anaesthetics or Irish CSCST in Anaesthesiology (or are due to complete training shortly)
• Eligibility for Specialist Registration in Australia via the Expedited Specialist Pathway (or another recognised specialist pathway)
• Excellent clinical and communication skills
• A commitment to delivering outstanding perioperative care
• An interest in building a long-term Consultant career in Australia
Why Blugibbon?
Relocating internationally is a significant decision—but you won't be doing it alone.
Blugibbon specialises in helping UK and Irish doctors successfully relocate to Australia.
We'll support you with:
• AHPRA Specialist Registration
• Expedited Specialist Pathway guidance
• Interview preparation
• Contract negotiation
• Visa support
• Relocation advice for you and your family
From your first conversation through to your first day in Australia, we'll be there every step of the way.
Take Your Anaesthetic Career Further
Exceptional earning potential.
A rewarding Consultant Anaesthetist role.
A welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary team.
A thriving regional community just one hour from Perth.
This is more than your next job it's your opportunity to build the lifestyle you've always wanted while continuing to practise at the highest level.
Apply today or contact Blugibbon for a confidential discussion about relocating to Western Australia.
