Job opportunity: Paramedics - Multiple Roles Greater Wellington and Wairarapa region - Wellington Free Ambulance

Wellington Free Ambulance are seeking qualified Paramedics (multiple roles) for the Greater Wellington and Wairarapa region who have previously worked as a Paramedic with an Authority to Practice – whatever experience you have they will welcome your application.

Great news for overseas applications – Paramedics are now on the Green List in New Zealand!

What this means for you?

This allows people with job offers to apply under the fast-track Straight to Residence category which can allow applicants to enter New Zealand with residence from the outset. The changes for Healthcare workers will come into effect on 29th of May and Straight To Residence applications for these occupations can be submitted from this date.

Wellington Free are an Accredited Employer so you will still be able to apply if your stay is likely to be temporary. Read more about this here.

Work for a not-for-profit that is an iconic part of the Greater Wellington region.

Benefits to joining including:

• For those applying outside of New Zealand – financial assistance up to $5,000 NZD (max) towards your relocation costs**
• Competitive salary (starting at $37.82 gross hourly rate) and generous compensation for overtime, including leave conditions that provides you with a block of scheduled leave every 3 months
• Ability to earn additional shift pay and allowances on top of base pay
• Annual reimbursement of your Annual Practicing Certificate (APC)
• The service operations cover 24 hours a day, seven days a week. As a paramedic the normal rostered cycle is four consecutive shifts on (two-day shifts, followed by two night shifts), followed by four consecutive shifts off. This means you are rostered to work an average of 42 hours per seven days, or 48 hours per eight days.
• Staff benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, annual flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to great discounts at several supportive businesses across our region

Note: ** upon acceptance of offer - having met all employment terms and conditions, reimbursed upon submission of receipts related to relocation to Wellington from outside Greater Wellington region.

Wellington Free Ambulance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer with a focus on ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion to provide a stronger internal and external culture. We value and embrace differences in all people and encourage diverse ways of thinking and being.

Next Steps

Please provide your resume and cover letter and complete the online application form. If you are applying from overseas, please also provide a copy of your qualification transcript as well in support of your application.

If you require further information, please email recruitment@wfa.org.nz

Find out more and apply. Applications close 4 July 2023.

Disclaimer: The above material is provided by the employer and the College is not responsible for any inaccuracies. For any queries about the position please contact the advertised employer.