Company Description
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.

Job Description
He aha te tūranga - About the role:
We now 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 part time Ambulance Resource Assistants (what we call internally - Operational 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. There will also be additional duties and project work as required.
Please note that this role does not include responding to medical emergencies and does not have a clinical component.
We're looking for flexible and adaptable people who are interested in working on a casual basis - as and when required.
No previous experience required - training provided.

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 Wednesday, 2nd of October, 2024
For further information please contact Heather Ewing, Recruitment Experience Advisor on email heather.ewing@stjohn.org.nz or 0800STJOHN ext 3289.
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.