Operations Resource Assistant

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An opportunity at Hato Hone St John for a permanent part-time Ambulance Resource Assistant at the Christchurch Make Ready Hub, supporting the Canterbury Emergency Ambulance Service. This non-clinical yet essential role prepares vehicles for operational readiness to back frontline responders, 31.5 hours per week on a 4-on 4-off roster. Key requirements include clear verbal and written communication, willingness to learn infection control and biohazard handling, basic vehicle knowledge, a full driver’s license, with First Aid certification a bonus. Apply by clicking I’m interested before 1 March 2026; for details contact Natalia Bregano. The organisation values diversity and inclusion and invites applicants from all backgrounds.

Company Description

Ko wai mātou - About us: 

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, our 11,000-strong team of kaimahi and volunteer works across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communities. From responding to 111 calls to supporting people to stay healthy through our mahi in health education, access, and monitoring, we are making life-changing differences every day.

Job Description

He aha te tūranga - About the role:

We have an opportunity with our Canterbury Emergency Ambulance Service for a non-clinical person to work in the cutting-edge Christchurch Make Ready Hub, located in the Christchurch CBD, as a permanent part-time Ambulance Resource Assistant (what we call internally - Operations Resource Assistants or ORAs).

This is an important ambulance support role with a primary focus to prepare Hato Hone St John vehicles for operational readiness which means you'll be an essential worker supporting our front-line emergency service.  

Please note this is a permanent, part-time role (31.5 hours per week) on a 4-on 4-off roster. 

Qualifications

Ko wai koe - About you:

• The ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written is essential
• Willing to learn about infection control and managing biohazards
• Knowledge of maintaining vehicles would be advantageous
• First Aid Certificate advantageous but not essential
• Full Drivers License
• Demonstrate 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 Sunday, 1 March 2026.

For further information please contact Natalia Bregano, Recruitment Advisor on email [email protected] 

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.