Orthotic Technician

Do you love creating and fixing things that truly make a difference At Peke Waihanga we craft orthotic devices that help people live independent and productive lives.

We are currently seeking an experienced Orthotic Technician to join our Christchurch Team. This is a full time permanent position.

About Us:

Peke Waihanga is a Crown Entity that provides prosthetic orthotic and rehabilitation services to patients across New Zealand. Our vision is independent and productive lives for the people we care for. We are a specialist healthcare provider that manufactures high technology medical devices (mainly prosthetics and orthotics) for individual patients with an integrated rehabilitation and coordination of care service.

We provide a supportive and flexible working environment with benefits including 23 days annual leave per year free health checks and flu vaccinations health insurance discounts up to 4% employer KiwiSaver contribution and professional development opportunities.

The Role:

As an Orthotic Technician youll play a key part in helping people live more independent and active lives. Working closely with Orthotists Prosthetists and other members of our multidisciplinary team youll:

Collaborate with clinicians to turn prescriptions into functional high-quality orthotic devices that meet individual patient needs

Work as part of a supportive skilled technical team that shares knowledge ideas and problem-solving approaches

Contribute to innovation by exploring new materials techniques and technologies in orthotic fabrication

Maintain a safe well-organised and efficient workshop environment

Take pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail ensuring each device is comfortable durable and effective

Be part of a workplace that values teamwork respect and continuous learning

What you will bring

Practical experience or strong interest in technical fabrication ideally within orthotics prosthetics or a similar hands-on trade

Attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work that supports great outcomes for patients

Ability to read and interpret technical instructions or prescriptions accurately

Good problem-solving skills and adaptability when working with different tools materials and techniques

A collaborative approach and willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Commitment to ongoing learning quality improvement and professional development

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organisation with a dedicated and motivated workforce. Peke Waihanga provides a supportive and flexible work environment where education and professional development of our workforce is encouraged.

If you take pride in your work enjoy hands-on technical tasks and want to make a real difference in peoples lives wed love to hear from you!

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Applications close Friday 28 November (unless role filled prior).