Operational Support Volunteer

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

We now have an opportunity with our West coast team for a non-clinical person to volunteer as Operational Support. We are seeking volunteers at the below stations:

• Westport
• Karamea

This is an important ambulance support role with a primary focus to prepare Hato Hone St John vehicles for operational readiness which means youll be an essential worker supporting our front-line emergency service.  There will also be additional duties and project work as required. 

Were looking for flexible and adaptable people with no previous experience required - training provided!

Please note that this role does not include responding to medical emergencies and does not have a clinical component.

Qualifications :

Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Full drivers license
• Excellent organisation prioritisation and planning skills
• Reliability and punctuality (turning up on time is a big deal)
• Friendly approachable attitude
• The ability to work unsupervised or equally as part of a diverse team.

Additional Information :

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click Im interested before applications close on Sunday 19th July 2026.

For further information please contact Nik Canoville Recruitment Advisor on orExt: 3345 for a confidential discussion.

Please note: As this is a non-clinical volunteer role the pre-employment checks would consist of a Drivers check and MoJ a reference would be recommended also.

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.

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 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