Position Vacant: Sports Dietitian (Cairns)

Applications close 20th March 2026 - Commencing 21st April 2026

(But don’t wait - We may have hired someone before then!)

Health Management Dietitians are looking for a Sports Dietitian with that extra bit of personality, someone with spark who loves people, thrives in a fast-paced private practice, and wants to build a career.

We’re a busy, well-established private practice with a strong referral base and a reputation for exceptional client care. You’ll step into a thriving caseload with plenty of support behind you.

This role is ideal for a Sports Dietitian who loves sport, performance nutrition and working with motivated clients, while also thriving in a busy private practice environment.

What Your Role Looks Like

  • One-on-one consultations with Junior, Amateur and elite clients along with our general clinical caseload

  • Working with local sporting teams, clubs and academies across FNQ

  • Delivering performance nutrition strategies including fueling, recovery, hydration and body composition goals

  • Presentations, workshops and social media contribution

    You'll see a mix of general nutrition and clinical clients on top of a sports nutrition base, building strong private practice consulting skills.

    You won’t be on your own. You’ll be joining a supportive team of six Dietitians, along with our Managing Director, Practice Manager, and dedicated admin team who all have your back. We provide ongoing clinical training, regular mentoring, and structured professional development to help you grow, thrive, and feel confident in your role, backed by an annual professional development allowance to support your continued growth.

    Extensive experience isn’t necessary, but a strong work ethic and drive to succeed absolutely are. We’ll teach you how to become the strongest Private Practice Sports Dietitian possible, and after 12 months with us you’ll be more skilled, confident, and well-rounded than anywhere else in the country. While you don’t need prior private practice experience, you must be willing to adapt and embrace our successful and unique consulting style. We have a terrific culture and welcome everyone into the team.

Confident and ambitious new graduates are encouraged to apply!

Why Join Us?

  • We’re a vibrant, close-knit team of Dietitians who love what we do.

  • We welcome new graduates with confidence and ambition, your personality matters more than years of experience.

  • You’ll be welcomed into a regional community where your work genuinely makes a difference.

  • Work-life balance + professional growth actually exist here.

  • And if you’re moving to FNQ, you’ll find a team that feels like a family away from home.

  • Develop/grow your expertise in sports nutrition and private practice consulting


Essential Criteria

  • Current drivers licence

  • Current DA membership with full or provisional APD status or willingness to commit to the APD program if successful

  • Accredited Sports Dietitian with Sports Dietitians Australia OR willingness to commit to the process of becoming an Accredited Sports Dietitian

  • Must be able to pass a police check

  • QLD Blue Card or ability to apply for one

  • Excellent time management skills

  • Ability to build rapport with others

  • Business mindset

  • Willingness to relocate to Cairns

  • Passion for sport and performance nutrition

Employment will commence as a permanent full-time, minimum 38 hour per week salaried position. 12 month probation applies.

Salary: 

  • $75,000–$90,000 + Super

  • Generous performance bonuses (eligible after 6 months or sooner if experienced)

  • $1000 Professional Development allowance 

  • 2 days paid Professional Development leave in addition to annual and sick leave 

  • Phone allowance 

  • Yearly professional development retreat 

Position commences April 21st 2026

Applications close 20th March 2026 (Don’t wait until the closing date - we may have hired someone by then!)


Ready to Apply?

To apply, please email mitch@healthmanagement.com.au the following:


• Cover letter detailing why you feel you would be suitable for the position, what drives you, and who you are as a person (Maximum 1 page) TIP: Make it exciting and interesting!
• Current succinct CV (Maximum 3 pages)
• Details of 2 referees

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.​

Ph: 4051 9093

Fax: 4051 9092

E-mail: admin@healthmanagement.com.au

 
 
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