Ko wai mātou - About us:

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders and working to save lives since 1885. As well as providing Ambulance Services, our programmes and team of over 11,000 staff and volunteers are helping to build strong, resilient communities across the motu; supporting everyone in Aotearoa to live healthier, happier and longer lives.

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

The Major Incident Support Team (MIST) plays a crucial role in ensuring that Hato Hone St John delivers a world-leading response during major incidents and large events. The MIST volunteers are non-clinical and support the Ambulance Operations and Event Health Services teams at planned and unplanned events during periods of high workload or crisis. This could include major sporting events, festivals, concerts, as well as responding to major incidents and natural disasters.

There are 4 areas where you can be involved (although you may not be needed at each event). These include Administration, Communications, Welfare, and Logistics.

Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A current, clean full NZ Driver's Licence, with the ability to drive both automatic and manual vehicles confidently. 
• A First Aid certificate
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• To be flexible, resilient and able to maintain performance under pressure
• To be physically fit
• To be 18 years of age or over
• New Zealand citizenship, permanent resident status or on an open work visa. 

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on Wednesday, 5th of February. 

Queries may be directed to Recruitment Experience Advisor, Heather Ewing on email [email protected] or 0800STJOHN ext 3289.

Please note: all appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks including, but not limited to physical assessment and health check. This does apply to current members as well. For clinical operations roles where you are required to drive, you will be required to meet Hato Hone St John medical standards. 

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 rereketanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai. E āwhinatia e mātou i ngā whakaaro rereke, kia mahi pai i roto i ngā hāpori katoa. Ko ta mātou nei haepapa, kia hangaia tātahi āhuru mōwai mā tātou, 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.