Critical Care Equipment Technician

New Zealand Government; Nelson; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking a Critical Care Technician for Nelson Hospital. This role involves the organisation of efficient supply and procurement of medical equipment while ensuring effective stock-control management.

The successful candidate will work in a dynamic team focused on ICU, Coronary Care, and High-Dependency patients, Monday to Friday, 48 hours per fortnight, with no on-call requirements.

Applications are welcome from all communities, and the deadline to apply is June 21, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in health care as a Technician.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Eligible to work in New Zealand or holds a valid NZ work visa.

Responsibilities

• Organise efficient supply, procurement and maintenance of equipment.
• Ensure appropriate stock-control management systems are in place.
• Liaise with key stakeholders.

Skills

Strong team player

Co-operates in multidisciplinary settings

Self-motivated

Adaptable and flexible

Experience as a Technician in health care

Education

New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZQA Level 3)

Job description

About the Role

Critical Care Technician at Nelson Hospital.

Key responsibilities include organising efficient supply, procurement and maintenance of equipment, ensuring appropriate stock‑control management systems and processes are in place, ordering equipment supplies and liaising with key stakeholders.

Work arrangement: 48 hours per fortnight (0.6FTE), Monday to Friday 7:00AM to 5:30PM. No on‑call.

About the Team/Service/Location

The Nelson ICCU is a close and supportive team with a nine‑bed unit catering to ICU, Coronary Care and High‑Dependency patients.

The successful candidate will also support the Emergency Department and the Cardiac Cath Lab, providing opportunities to learn and grow daily in a dynamic environment.

About You

• Strong team player, supportive of colleagues and open to new ideas.
• Co‑operates and liaises with others in multidisciplinary settings.
• Has awareness of own skills and limitations, knowing when to seek assistance, and is willing to contribute to team meetings.
• Accepts instructions and feedback, takes responsibility, uses initiative, is self‑motivated.
• Adaptable, flexible and open to change.
• Experience as a Technician in health care or NewZealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZQA Level3).
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Eligible to work in NewZealand or holds a valid NZ work visa.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to delivering excellent healthcare, embracing a diverse, inclusive workforce that better serves the community.

We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.

Legal: Equal Employment Opportunity. We comply with the applicable employment legislation.

How to Apply

Apply through our online careers portal by 21June2026.

For additional information, contact Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at [e-mail] or DominicaCreswell (Registered Nurse) at [e-mail].

Job reference: R1N26‑134.