Work in Australia
Bring your dental career to Hervey Bay, Queensland
One of Australia's most liveable coastal cities
Are you a qualified dentist in New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland or Canada dreaming of a sunnier, more relaxed way of life — without giving up your career? At Lakeside Dental Spa in Hervey Bay, we'd love to help you make that move. We support overseas-qualified dentists through every step of relocating, registering and settling into life on Queensland's beautiful Fraser Coast.
This isn't a faceless corporate group spread across hundreds of centres. We're an established, modern, highly regarded private practice led by Dr Khaled Shahin — which means personal support, genuine mentorship, and a real welcome into our team and our community.
Why Hervey Bay? Why Queensland?
Plenty of practices can offer you a job. Very few can offer you this lifestyle. Hervey Bay is one of the fastest-growing and most sought-after coastal cities in Queensland — and once you've experienced it, it's hard to imagine living anywhere else.
Endless sunshine and an outdoor lifestyle
Queensland isn't called the Sunshine State for nothing. Hervey Bay enjoys a warm, subtropical climate with more than 300 days of sunshine a year and mild, frost-free winters. Swap grey skies and long commutes for morning walks along the Esplanade, weekends on the water, and a genuinely outdoor way of life all year round.
World-famous nature on your doorstep
Hervey Bay is the gateway to K'gari (Fraser Island), the largest sand island on earth and a UNESCO World Heritage site, just a short ferry ride away. It's also the whale-watching capital of Australia, with humpback whales visiting the calm waters of the bay every winter. Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and the Great Barrier Reef are all within easy reach, and you're surrounded by safe, pristine local beaches perfect for swimming, paddling and fishing.
Earn city money — without city costs
Here's what surprises most dentists who move here. You can earn as much as you would in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, London or Auckland — often more, thanks to strong patient demand and far less competition — while your cost of living is dramatically lower. Housing in particular is a fraction of capital-city prices, so home ownership and a comfortable lifestyle are realistic far sooner. Your income simply goes further on the Fraser Coast.
A thriving, family-friendly community
Hervey Bay is a vibrant, growing regional city — not a sleepy country town. You'll find excellent schools, a university campus, a regional hospital, modern shopping, great cafés and restaurants, and a warm, welcoming community that makes newcomers feel at home quickly. It's safe, relaxed and an outstanding place to raise a family.
Easy access to Brisbane and beyond
When you want the big city, it's never far. Brisbane is roughly a 3.5-hour drive south, and Hervey Bay Airport offers direct flights to Brisbane and Sydney — making weekends away, interstate travel and international connections simple and stress-free.
Who can apply?
Australia recognises dental qualifications from a number of countries, giving overseas dentists a clear pathway to registration and practice. You may be eligible to work at Lakeside Dental Spa if you qualified in any of the following:
- New Zealand — Eligible under Trans-Tasman mutual recognition, offering one of the most direct pathways to practising in Australia.
- United Kingdom — Specific recognised UK dental degrees qualify for registration with the Dental Board of Australia.
- Republic of Ireland — Recognised Irish dental programs provide an established route to Australian registration.
- Canada — Canadian DDS or DMD degrees awarded after 31 March 2010 are recognised for the purposes of registration.
Not sure whether your qualification qualifies? Get in touch — we're happy to talk it through and point you in the right direction.
How we support your move
Relocating to the other side of the world is a big step. We make it as smooth and stress-free as possible, supporting you from your very first enquiry through to your first day in the chair and beyond.
- Guidance through AHPRA registration with the Dental Board of Australia
- Support and information on visa and sponsorship pathways, working with experienced migration professionals
- A competitive remuneration package reflecting strong patient demand
- Relocation assistance and practical help settling into the Hervey Bay community
- Personal, one-on-one mentorship and support from Dr Khaled Shahin and the team
- Modern, fully equipped surgeries with up-to-date technology, all under one roof
Your pathway to Hervey Bay
- Register your interest — complete this form, or call us on (07) 4191 4787.
- Let's chat — we'll arrange a relaxed video call to learn about your experience, your goals and what you're looking for in a move.
- Confirming your eligibility — we'll help you understand the registration and visa pathway that applies to your qualification.
- Formal offer — once we've found the right fit, we'll present an offer and employment agreement, with support for your visa and AHPRA applications.
- Make the move — we'll help coordinate your relocation and registration so you're ready to start, and welcome you into the team and the community.
“A new country, a new lifestyle, and a practice that genuinely supports you — all on one of the most beautiful stretches of the Queensland coast.”
