Child Psychiatrists Relocate to New Zealand - Milford Specialist Recruitment : Job Details

Regain Your Passion as a Child Psychiatrists — Without the Burnout - Relocate to New Zealand.

Are you ready to rediscover what inspired you to become a Child Psychiatrists in the first place? New Zealand offers a refreshing approach to healthcare, where patient-centred care and work-life balance are more than just buzzwords — they’re a way of life. Let our latest job description help detail why you should relocate to New Zealand in 2026.

Escape the relentless pressure of overstretched systems and excessive hours. Here, you'll have the time to connect with your patients, collaborate with supportive teams, and most importantly, enjoy life outside of work.

Join us in New Zealand, where child psychiatrists benefit from lower caseloads compared to the UK, allowing more time for thoughtful, patient-focused care. Enjoy reduced burnout, a healthier work-life balance, and the opportunity to thrive in a supportive healthcare system set against New Zealand’s stunning natural landscapes.

Live Where Others Come to Holiday!

Whether you’re drawn to vibrant cities like Auckland and Wellington, peaceful coastal towns, or scenic mountain regions — the country offers something for everyone. So why not consider continuing your career as a Child Psychiatrists relocate to New Zealand today.

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary packages and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements (full-time, part-time, or locum)
• Modern, well-resourced healthcare facilities
• Relocation assistance (including immigration support, flights & accommodation)
• Opportunities in primary care, emergency medicine, psychiatry, surgery, paediatrics, and more.

Make a meaningful move.

Whether you're early in your career or looking for a lifestyle change after years in the profession, New Zealand is the perfect place to reset, refocus, and reinvigorate your career and personal life. Imagine finishing a fulfilling day at work and heading straight to the beach, the bush, or your favourite local vineyard. That’s not a dream — that’s daily life in New Zealand.

Ready to learn more?

Our Clients are looking for an experienced NZ based Child Psychiatrists to join their friendly and supportive team. Located in the New Zealand, they are in the perfect location- close to the beach and out of the hustle and bustle of the city when you need it. Their practice has a collaborative team culture and a strong value system. If you are interested a healthy work/life balance then please get in touch!

About the position and you:

You will bring to the role:

• Strong clinical expertise in child and adolescent mental health, enabling you to fully utilise your specialist experience
• Excellent communication skills to build rapport with children, adolescents, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to deliver compassionate, age-appropriate psychiatric care across diverse populations
• Current registration or eligibility for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand
• Experience working in mental health services within New Zealand (preferred)
• Legally eligible to work in New Zealand
• A patient-centred, empathetic approach that supports the wellbeing of young people and their whanau (families)

Perks

• 5 weeks annual leave in your new job role
• Receive a competitive remuneration package that reflects your expertise and contributions
• Relocation support and digital integration pack
• Parking on site for your new role
• Discounted offers exclusive to the Milford Specialist Recruitment community.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• We also provide a range of health and wellbeing benefit

Who are Milford Specialist Recruitment.

A bit about us. We’re a specialist recruitment agency and part of the global R&R Group, with a dedicated UK arm focused on placing expat professionals into healthcare, dental, and education roles across New Zealand.

Our passion goes beyond recruitment. We’re deeply committed to helping both our candidates and the New Zealand community thrive. We understand how isolating an international move can be, so we’ve built a growing support network that includes community events such as group hikes, coffee catch-ups, gym sessions, and social dinners, all designed to help our expats feel welcomed and connected while enjoying everything NZ has to offer.

Upload your CV and also add a cover letter explaining why you'd love to be a child psychiatrists relocate to New Zealand or visit our website and book in a session to meet us.