Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist Job in Australia 2026 | Santé Recruitment

Santé Recruitment is presenting an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to join a leading specialist forensic mental health service in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia in 2026. This is a permanent, full-time senior medical leadership role offering an outstanding remuneration package of AUD $350,000 – $500,000 per annum plus relocation support. The position is open to international specialists and includes visa sponsorship pathways (including subclass 186, 482, and 485) and permanent residency support for eligible candidates. This role combines high-impact clinical work, strategic leadership, and an enviable Australian lifestyle in one of the country’s fastest-growing cities. About the Role

You will join a highly specialised forensic mental health service delivering care across high-security inpatient units, secure rehabilitation services, extended treatment programs, prison-based mental health services, and statewide services for individuals with intellectual disability. The role carries senior clinical and governance responsibility, with a strong focus on complex assessment, treatment, and risk management in secure environments. You will work within a 40-hour work week structure designed to support sustainable performance and genuine work–life balance, while also contributing to service development, workforce training, and long-term system improvement. About the Hiring Firm

Santé Recruitment is a specialist medical recruitment agency with a strong track record of supporting senior doctors into high-quality roles across Australia. The service you will join is part of a progressive, well-funded forensic mental health system in Queensland, recognised for its multidisciplinary, evidence-based, and recovery-oriented approach. Brisbane itself is undergoing major healthcare and infrastructure expansion, driven by sustained population growth and long-term investment linked to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, making this an ideal time for international specialists to establish a long-term career in Australia. Responsibilities

Provide senior medical leadership within a high-security inpatient forensic mental health setting Deliver expert psychiatric assessment, treatment planning, and complex risk management Lead, support, and mentor a multidisciplinary clinical team to ensure safe, coordinated care Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, and service development initiatives Supervise and educate medical and clinical staff, supporting workforce capability building Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure continuity of care across services Promote evidence-based, recovery-oriented practice within secure and forensic environments Requirements

Specialist qualification in Psychiatry with eligibility for RANZCP Specialist Assessment Eligibility for registration with the Medical Board of Australia Demonstrated experience in forensic or complex mental health settings Strong leadership, clinical governance, and multidisciplinary team management skills Commitment to high-quality, ethical, and patient-centred care in secure environments Willingness to relocate to Brisbane, Queensland Eligibility for Australian employer-sponsored visa pathways (186 / 482 / 485) This is a rare opportunity for an experienced forensic psychiatrist seeking international relocation, permanent residency, exceptional earnings, and long-term career impact in Australia. With strong institutional support, a world-class lifestyle, and a leadership role at the heart of a growing forensic mental health system, this position offers an outstanding next step for senior specialists looking to build a stable and rewarding future in Australia.

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