Consultant Psychiatrist (Forensic Mental Health)

Posted Monday 3 August 2026 at 2:00 pm Consultant Psychiatrist (Forensic Mental Health) Melbourne, Australia | UK Recruitment Tour – London | 1–18 September 2026 Relocate to Melbourne. Advance Your Psychiatry Career. Be Part of a Major Service Expansion. Forensicare, Victoria's statewide forensic mental health service, is travelling to London and Manchester in September 2026 to meet experienced Consultant Psychiatrists interested in building their career in Australia. Whether you're already considering a move overseas or simply exploring your options, this is an opportunity to meet our clinical leaders, learn about life in Melbourne, and interview in person while we're in the UK. Why This Opportunity Is Different Forensicare is undergoing one of the largest expansions in its history. Over the coming years, Thomas Embling Hospital will expand from 136 beds to 218 beds , with the addition of six new inpatient units and 82 new beds . This growth is creating significant opportunities for Consultant Psychiatrists to: Influence the development of new services Shape contemporary models of care Lead multidisciplinary teams Develop specialist forensic psychiatry expertise Contribute to service innovation, education and research Rather than joining a mature service with limited growth opportunities, you will be part of an organisation at a transformational stage of development. Why Melbourne? Melbourne consistently ranks among the world's most liveable cities and offers an exceptional combination of career opportunity and lifestyle. Imagine: More than 2,000 hours of sunshine each year Beaches, wine regions and national parks on your doorstep World-class sporting and cultural events Easy access to New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific A highly regarded public healthcare system Many clinicians relocate for the professional opportunities and stay for the lifestyle. Why Forensicare? As Victoria's specialist forensic mental health service, Forensicare delivers care across: Secure inpatient services Prison mental health services Community forensic mental health programs Court and justice-related services Our Consultant Psychiatrists work within highly skilled multidisciplinary teams comprising: Psychiatrists Registered Mental Health Nurses Psychologists Occupational Therapists Social Workers Allied Health Clinicians Lived Experience Professionals Unlike many healthcare settings, you'll be supported by a workforce of qualified mental health professionals working collaboratively to deliver outstanding clinical outcomes. The Role As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will: Provide specialist psychiatric assessment and treatment Deliver forensic mental health advice and leadership Support multidisciplinary teams in the management of complex consumers Supervise Registrars and Junior Medical Staff Contribute to service development, education and training Participate in quality, research and improvement initiatives Opportunities exist across hospital, prison and community settings. UK Consultants Welcome – Fast-Track Registration Pathways We are actively seeking UK-trained Psychiatrists. Eligible Qualifications Include: MRC / FRC Psych CCT Psychiatry CESR (where applicable) Consultant-level experience New Fast-Track AHPRA Registration Recent reforms to specialist registration pathways mean eligible UK Consultant Psychiatrists may benefit from a significantly streamlined registration process through AHPRA's specialist registration framework, reducing complexity and time to registration compared to previous pathways. Specialist College Assessment Ready Pathway (SCARP) For candidates requiring assessment pathways, support is available through AHPRA and RANZCP processes, including Specialist College Assessment Ready Pathway (SCARP) arrangements where applicable. Our Medical Workforce and Recruitment teams will guide you through every stage of: Registration Visa sponsorship Relocation Settlement in Melbourne What We're Looking For We're interested in hearing from Consultant Psychiatrists who have: MRCPsych and relevant postgraduate qualifications Experience in general adult, forensic, acute or secure psychiatry Demonstrated clinical leadership experience A commitment to recovery-oriented and patient-centred care An interest in teaching, supervision and service development Formal forensic psychiatry experience is highly regarded but not essential. What's On Offer? Competitive Specialist Medical Salary Package Visa Sponsorship Relocation Assistance – up to $10,000 AUD Fast-Track Registration Support Consultant Leadership Opportunities Research and Academic Opportunities Access to One of Australia's Leading Forensic Mental Health Services Lifestyle Benefits of Living in Melbourne Meet Us in the UK London 1–16 September 2026 Your Next Chapter Starts Here Bring your expertise to Australia. Shape the future of forensic mental health care. Join the expansion of one of the largest forensic mental health services in the Southern Hemisphere. Forensicare Specialist Careers. Meaningful Impact. Exceptional Lifestyle. Apply now or register your interest to meet our team during our UK recruitment tour.