Introduction/Aim The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) has defined ten core competencies facilitating progression through Surgical Education and Training (SET). RACS have also provided the JDocs Framework, A Guide To SET, the Professional Skills Curriculum and numerous other excellent recourses. While useful, an all-encompassing definition of the ‘good’ surgical registrar remains partly a hidden curriculum. This study, utilising broad perspectives aims to highlight the diverse attributes SET trainees should seek to develop. It is hoped our findings may add to any pre-existing SET educational and assessment frameworks. Methods A qualitative research approach was utilized employing reflexive thematic analysis. Using semi-structured interviews, 30 participants were interviewed comprising 10 surgical residents, SET surgical registrars and surgical consultants respectively. 12 participants identified as female and 18 male. All surgical specialities were represented. Results: Major themes included: a shepherd to guide the team, happy resident happy registrar, a decisive delegator, a deep sense of purpose and honesty at all times. While residents placed emphasis on the registrars ability to teach, guide and support the team, SET registrars prioritised the importance of a strong motivation to learn and the ability to delegate well. Consultants’ perspectives primarily focused on the essential role of honesty and humility aswell as the importance of finding purpose in their work. Conclusion: Our results have illustrated a wide set of ideals all surgical trainees should strive for, many of which correlate to the RACS core competencies. Our findings may be developed into the RACS SET curriculum utilising validated novel educational frameworks.