Paramedic

Company Description

Ko wai mātou - About us: 

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, we have nearly 12,000 kaimahi working across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communities. From responding to 111 calls to supporting people to stay healthy through health education, access and monitoring, we make a life-changing difference every day. 

Job Description

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

We have a permanent Paramedic position available, working a DDNN 42 hour roster at Taumarunui Station station.

We are looking for an experienced paramedic who is adaptable and can settle into our team with ease, work alongside both paid and volunteer staff, and provide a high level of care to our patients. The ideal applicant would have a positive demeanour, willingness to contribute to station portfolios, and champion clinical excellence.

This station has been identified as a low Unit Hour Utilisation (UHU) station. To support organisational goals and funder expectations, particularly in increasing the "Hear and Advise" rates, this role is expected to undertake Remote Triage duties.

Qualifications

Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current St John Authority to Practice at Paramedic level
• Current Registration and Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) from Te Kaunihera Manapou Paramedic Council
• Excellent operational and clinical performance to date
• Excellent driving record
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer focus
• A genuine commitment to the wellbeing of others
• The ability to work under pressure
• Evidence of CCE
• Demonstrated behaviours that align with Hato Hone St John's core values - Do the right thing (Mahi Tika), Side by Side (Tū Tahi), Straight Up (Mahi Pono), Make it better (Whakapai Ake), Open Minds (Whakaaro Nui)

Additional Information

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on 26 August 2026.

For further information please contact Nicol Da Silva, Recruitment Advisor, on 095260528 or  nicol.dasilva@stjohn.org.nz for a confidential discussion.

Please note: all appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, physical assessment, psychometric assessment,  police vetting, health check, and reference checks. For clinical operations roles where you are required to drive, you will be required to meet Hato Hone St John Medical Standards for Driving

At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. 

E pōhiritia nei e mātou, te whānau o Hato Hone St John, ngā rerekētanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai.  E āwhinatia e mātou I ngā whakaaro rerekē, kia mahi pai I roto I ngā hāpori katoa.  Ko tā mātou nei haepapa, kia hanga tētahi āhuru mōwai mā tatou, kia mahi haumaru ai.  

If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process.

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesn’t match the job description perfectly. If you’re excited and think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesn’t align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.