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: 

Our Op Shop teams do fantastic work in the community selling affordable pre-loved goods, and this helps to fund our essential, lifesaving services and community initiatives. They have created friendly, supportive community hubs, offering much-needed local services and even help New Zealand to be more environmentally sustainable - more recycling means less landfill!

We are currently looking for volunteers to help in the storage shed located 2 mins from the store.

What's involved?

You will be supporting to deliver and pick up pre-loved goods in Thames, helping to keep the storage area clean and tidy, and operating the ragging machine to rag cotton clothing (training will be provided). Ideally you will have a good level of physical fitness, as the role will involve lifting and moving furniture.

Ko wai koe - About you:

We're looking for caring individuals keen to give back to their community.  Retail experience is great but not essential.  If you're keen to learn, enthusiastic and reliable, then we can teach you the skills you need.  

The recruitment process will involve:

• an interview with the store manager
• a criminal record check 
• Optional: If your role is to involve driving (e.g. donation pick ups) we will also check that you have a current, full NZ Driver License

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

If you are at least 18 years old, and are keen to join our Op Shop team click the "I'm interested" and apply now!

Queries may be directed to Store Manager, Anca Binedell 027 301 4983, or to Recruitment Team on 0800 ST JOHN

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.