Kia Ora, Welcome to New Zealand, a nation built on our fertile lands. New Zealand is a country of varied landscapes, rugged mountains, glistening lakes and lush plains.
NZLocums has a proud history of placing candidates into our country’s beautiful rural areas. Whether you are looking for short, medium or long-term positions, we are the only recruitment agency you will need.
NZLocums was developed for rural GPs, and is endorsed and funded by the New Zealand Government.
Unlike other recruitment agencies we do not charge placement fees to rural practices.
We assist approximately 200 general practices in New Zealand, in both small towns and rural settlements throughout New Zealand.
Our team of Relationship Managers at NZLocums will:
- Advise you on salary and benefits applicable to New Zealand practices
- Place you in contact with GPs and administrative staff at your prospective practice
- Advise and assist you in negotiating a contract with your prospective employer
- Assist you with the New Zealand Medical Council registration process
- Organise your attendance at our CME accredited three day Orientation
View our current vacancies below and contact us to discuss your opportunities further.
Long-Term / Permanent General Practitioner Vacancies
Please see our current long-term and permanent vacancies below and contact us to discuss your options further.
Upper North Island
Far North
- Beautiful North Island location, perfect for lovers of the outdoors
- Opportunity to work in a forward thinking and friendly practice
- Beautiful beaches and warm climate all year round
Start date: As soon as possible
Huapai
- Family style practice
- Friendly team
- Rural area close to Auckland
Start date: As soon as possible
Huntly
- Experienced and hardworking team
- Nice, friendly local community
- Sunny, warm location
Start date: July 2018
Kaitaia
- Beautiful, warm, coastal location
- Experienced clinical team
- Excellent support and training encouraged
Start date: As soon as possible
Putaruru
- Experience the heart land of New Zealand
- Beautiful natural surrounds and a tight knit community
- Enthusiastic, friendly team
Start date: As soon as possible
Rawene
- Long term or permanent role
- House and car included in package
- Stunning kauri forest and scenic harbour
Start date: February 2018
Ruatoria
- Friendly team
- Accommodation and car provided
- Located in the scenic Waiapu Valley, a short drive to the coast
Start date: As soon as possible
Te Kuiti
- Small rural town, family friendly
- Houses are affordable
- Explore the amazing limestone caves, and forest parks nearby
Start date: Negotiable
Tokoroa
- Excellent salary package
- Well-equipped and refurbished practice
- Surrounded by scenic reserves
Start date: As soon as possible
Waiheke Island
- Long-standing experienced staff
- Well-resourced practice
- Idyllic rural environment with stunning beaches
Start date: November 2018
Wellsford
- Accommodation and vehicle assistance provided
- Close to Auckland
- Warm temperate climate with beautiful beaches nearby
Start date: April 2018
Whangamata
- Great supportive team
- Popular beach resort and seaside town
- Stunning Coromandel region
Start date: June 2019
Whangaroa
- Accommodation and vehicle is provided for free the first three months
- Great summer beach location
- Unspoilt and unique region
Start date: As soon as possible
Whitianga
- Good remuneration package
- Great team approach
- Coromandel, beach lifestyle
Start date: 1 April 2019
Lower North Island
Hawera
- Beautiful mountain scenery
- Surf beach a short drive away
- Accommodation and relocation assistance negotiable
Start date: As soon as possible
Marton
- Work with well-trained supportive staff
- Small quaint town
- Surrounded by beautiful landscape, mountains, sea & native forests
Start date: September 2017
Opunake
- Nice rural town
- Purpose built GP premises
- Where the mountain meets the sea and home of world-famous surf
Start date: June 2018
Pahiatua
- Family friendly community
- Warm summer temperatures
- Enjoy great scenery from forest parks to bush-covered valleys
Start date: Negotiable
Patea
- Hiking in the morning, surfing in the afternoon
- Strong community focus
- Negotiable remuneration package on offer
Start date: January 2018
Raetihi
- Friendly and close-knit team
- Great location for outdoors person
- On the edge of beautiful National Parks
Start date: As soon as possible
Taihape
- Assistance with relocation costs, accommodation and car
- Supportive team
- Central North Island location
Start date: September 2018
Waipukarau
- Friendly small rural town
- Minimal on-call
- Sunny warm climate during the summer
Start date: Aug / Sept 2018
Wairoa- Health Care Centre
- Close knit and friendly community
- Loads of outdoor pursuits
- Hot summer beaches
Start date: 7 May 2018
South Island
Amberley
- Friendly small town
- Competitive salary
- Great mountain views
Start date: As soon as possible
Balclutha
- Friendly, supportive team
- Huge range of outdoor activities available
- Explore a beautiful area of the South Island
Start date: November 2018
Darfield
- Great team culture
- Brand new state of the art medical centre
- Close to ski fields and beautiful mountain scenery
Start date: Negotiable
Franz Josef
- Permanent role with friendly team
- Diversity in work and lifestyle
- Stunning West Coast scenery
Start date: December 2018
Gore
- Competitive remuneration
- Community driven
- Family friendly living and stunning scenery
Start date: September 2018
Gore
- Generous remuneration package
- Practice is close to local hospital
- Leisurely, affordable lifestyle
Start date: May 2019
Kaikoura
- Join the practice
- From the mountains to the sea
- The outdoors lifestyle is fantastic
Start date: As soon as possible
Murchison
- One day per week
- See the great outdoors
- Family friendly living and stunning scenery
Start date: As soon as possible
Oamaru
- Charming coastal town
- Well-equipped, modern practice
- Enthusiastic GP who enjoys outdoors
Start date: November 2018
Reefton
- Experience in rural setting
- Small town with great community feel
- Stunning coastline, glaciers, and lakes
Start date: December 2018
Tasman
- Diverse scenery and warm climate
- Short term accommodation provided
- Golden beaches and hot summers
Start date: May 2019
Wanaka
- On-call, after hours position
- Close to amazing ski fields
- Beautiful majestic mountains and scenic lake
Start date: 1 March 2018
Westport
- Excellent salary and benefits
- Diversity in your work and lifestyle
- Stunning West Coast
Start date: July 2018, Dec 2018
Working as a GP Locum
Alternatively, there is the option to work as a roving GP locum. This option becomes available once you have worked in New Zealand as a GP for approximately six months. It will enable you to move around the country allowing you to experience all that life in New Zealand has to offer.