Employee benefits summary Aotearoa New Zealand

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is a passionate, membership-based not-for-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing the quality and accessibility of mental healthcare.

Our people are at the heart of our mission to support our members in advancing psychiatry and advocating for the best mental health outcomes in our communities. 

At RANZCP, we foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere where every team member matters. We’re invested in our team’s professional growth and personal wellbeing, offering competitive pay and an attractive range of benefits. As a part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a friendly and diverse group of professionals who are committed to making a meaningful impact in the field of mental health. 

Employee benefits 

Work locations

Our head office is located in Melbourne, Victoria, however we also have Branches around Australia or in our National New Zealand office. We have offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra and Wellington, NZ as well as hybrid working arrangements available for staff where their permission permits this. 

Monthly Rostered Day Off 

The RANZCP is committed to your mental and physical wellbeing and provides opportunities to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We offer a monthly rostered day off work to all eligible employees (pro-rata for part-time).  No additional hours in excess of our 37.5hr working week need to be worked to qualify for the monthly rostered day off.

Reduced work week 

Work hours are 37.5 hours per week for full time employees.  Normal business hours are between 8.30am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, including a one-hour lunch break. 

Paid parental leave

We support or developing families with 12 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers following a qualifying 12-months employment with the College.

Extra-long service leave

The RANZCP offers 13 weeks’ long service leave following 10 years of service.

Market competitiveness

Our salaries are externally audited and benchmarked annually to ensure the RANZCP remains competitive in the market.

Salary packaging 

As a partially FBT rebatable organisation, the RANZCP offers tailored and in-house salary packaging options with no fees, tailored to your personal needs to maximise your total remuneration package. 

End of year gifted holidays

Each year the Board and CEO consider gifting complimentary leave days to all staff during the end of year College close down period.

End of year gifts

Each year the Board and CEO consider end of year gifts to thank staff for their efforts during the year. 

KiwiSaver

You can make regular contributions from your pay or directly to your Kiwisaver scheme provider. 

Service Recognition Program 

Your hard work will be celebrated with our program that recognises and rewards service milestones. 

3 years - $250.00 visa gift voucher

5 years - $500.00 visa gift voucher

7 years - $300.00 visa gift voucher

10 years - $1,000 visa gift voucher

15 years - $1,000 visa gift voucher

20 years - $1,000 visa gift voucher, flowers, department lunch

Learning and professional development opportunities 

At the RANZCP you’ll have opportunities to develop new skills with regular opportunities for training and development in your field. You can apply for paid study assistance, paid study leave, professional membership and subscriptions to support your career. 

Be healthy and well 

The RANZCP offers regular health and wellbeing initiatives including workshops, annual flu vaccinations, and yoga classes in addition to the Health and Wellbeing Program.

Employee assistance program  

Access our fully complimentary and confidential counselling service, available to all employees and their immediate family. 

To find out more about current employment opportunities, please contact our People & Culture department at recruitment@ranzcp.org or visit www.ranzcp.org.