Travel, Practice, Explore: Locum Dentist | New Zealand Opportunities

New Zealand is made for exploring. Think road‑trips between beach towns, weekends in the mountains, and living somewhere that feels adventurous, safe, and easy to settle into. With welcoming communities, epic scenery, and endless outdoor experiences, it’s the perfect place to combine travel with meaningful work, and actually enjoy your time off.
Our locum opportunities are built for dentists on a working holiday visa, who want to live and work in New Zealand without the hassle. You’ll have the option to work in one or two locations during your placement for the minimum of 6 months total, giving you the chance to see more of the country, gain hands‑on clinical experience, and make the most of your time abroad.
Backed by the country’s most recognisable dental brand, you’ll have expert support from day one so you can focus on the experience, not the admin.
Here’s what we offer
Uncapped earning potential on commission-based agreement
Relocation contribution toward flights, accommodation, transport, and other essentials.
Fixed Term contract (6 month minimum), offering flexibility, up to 5 days per week.
At least 1–2 locations across New Zealand, with 3–6 months per placement
The opportunity to transition to Australia at the end of your placement, with financial support from Abano!
What You’ll Be Doing
Providing high‑quality general and emergency dentistry, including restorative, preventive, and routine care
Carrying out treatment planning and supporting patient education
Working collaboratively with clinical and practice teams
Maintaining accurate clinical records in line with Dental Council of New Zealand (DCNZ) standards
Participating in continuing professional development throughout your placement
About You:
A Qualified Dentist with minimum 1 year of post‑graduate experience
Hold a Bachelor of Dentistry (or equivalent) degree from a UK, USA or Canadian accredited University.
Eligibility to obtain registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand (DCNZ) and a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
A confident, collaborative professional who can provide a wide range of general dentistry procedures.
Committed to providing ethical, empathetic, patient-centred care
A sense of adventure and interest in experiencing the Kiwi lifestyle.

Employment type
Contract

Work arrangement
No