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: 

Are you a first responder currently enrolled in or undertaking the NZDAP (New Zealand Diploma in Ambulance Practice)? We are looking for Emergency Medical Assistants (EMAs) who are on the EMT pathway to join our dedicated team in Hawke's Bay!

We have permanent opportunities available for EMAs, with the goal to transition into an EMT role once you’ve passed your EMT CAD.

If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and advancing your career in emergency medical services, we'd love to hear from you!

Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current St John Authority to Practice at First Responder
• A current enrollment and undertaking the New Zealand Diploma in Ambulance Practice
• Ability to pass EMT CAD within a reasonable timeframe
• 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
• New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency or work visa
• 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)

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on Monday 6 April 2026.

For further information please contact Jade McInerney, Senior Recruitment Advisor on 09 5260528 Ext: 9970 or [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

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