Major Incident Support Team Member

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

Are you looking for a way to volunteer with Hato Hone St John but frontline ambulance work isnt for you 

Heres your opportunity!

We are looking for friendly practical non-clinical people to join our Major Incident Support Teams throughout New Zealand. As a MIST member you will assist our ambulance crews and communities in a variety of ways depending on the situation. You might be helping to lift a patient setting up at a music festival or providing support during anything from a local emergency to a national disaster. Whether its a planned event or an unexpected crisis you will be part of the essential support crew working behind the scenes to keep ambulance operations running smoothly and making a real difference in your community.

Responsibilities

As a MIST member your key tasks may include but are not limited to: 

• Maintaining operational readiness of all MIST vehicles and equipment
• Safely relocating and operating support command or specialist vehicles
• Responding to major incidents and events to undertake roles such as logistics welfare communications safety or team leader

Training commencing November 2025

All new MIST members complete an initial foundation course which includes an induction to HHSJ operational risk management principles and driving training.  This ensures you are well-prepared to operate vehicles and equipment confidently and safely in emergency environments. 

Please note you must live within 20 minutes drive of the Pukekohe Station. 

Qualifications :

Ko wai koe - About you:

To thrive in this role youll need to:

• Hold a current full and clean New Zealand Class 1 Drivers Licence
• Hold a Level 2 First Aid Certificate-or be willing to obtain one as part of onboarding
• Attend at least one training session per month to maintain operational readiness
• Be ready to deploy within 30 minutes of activation (when availability has been indicated)
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and a keen eye for detail
• Maintain a good level of physical fitness
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Consistently role model the core values of Hato Hone St John:
  Do the right thing Side by side Straight up Make it better Open minds

Additional Information :

Click Im interested before applications close onSunday 30th November 2025

For more information please contact Nik Canoville on or call on  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 clinical operations roles where you are required to drive you will be required to meet 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 were 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. 

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesnt match the job description perfectly. If youre excited and think you have what it takes we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesnt align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Casual