Orderly

New Zealand Government Joba; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern in Timaru is seeking a Casual Orderly to support hospital services. The role involves assisting with patient care, transporting equipment and supplies, and handling a variety of logistical tasks across departments.

As a Casual employee, you will cover on an as-needed basis, with shifts that can vary. Strong team communication, reliability, and flexibility are essential for positive patient outcomes and smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Friendly, professional manner with good customer service
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full, clean New Zealand driver licence (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Support patient care across hospital services and departments.
• Move patients, equipment, and supplies as required.
• Deliver specimens, blood products and clinical items.
• Assist with stock and linen distribution and service requests.
• Support security, mortuary and general logistical functions as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Manual handling

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

NZQA qualifications

Tools

Digital systems familiarity

Job description

# Orderly at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Canterbury## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role• Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – South Canterbury• Timaru Hospital• Casual Opportunities Available • Varied and Hands-On Support Role• Support Patient Care Across Hospital Services**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.**About the Role**We are seeking reliable and motivated Casual Orderlies to join our team at Timaru Hospital.As an Orderly, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of healthcare services across the hospital. Working closely with clinical and non-clinical teams, you will provide a professional and efficient support service that contributes to the smooth operation of hospital services and positive patient outcomes.This is a varied and hands-on role that may include patient transfers, transporting equipment and supplies, delivering specimens, blood products and clinical items, assisting with stock and linen distribution, responding to service requests, and supporting departments across the organisation. You may also assist with security, mortuary, and general logistical support functions as required.As a casual employee, you will provide cover on an as-needed basis and will need to be flexible and available to work a variety of shifts.**About You**To be successful in this role, you will have:• A friendly, professional, and helpful manner• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills• A strong commitment to customer service and quality outcomes• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team• Physical fitness and the ability to undertake manual handling tasks• Strong organisational and time management skills• The ability to prioritise competing demands and respond effectively to urgent situations• The ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times• Good computer literacy and experience using digital systems• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving equitable health outcomes for Māori• A full, clean New Zealand Driver Licence**Desirable:**• Previous experience in healthcare, logistics, supply, hospitality, security, or customer service environments• Relevant NZQA qualifications• An understanding of the New Zealand health sector• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing priorities**Working for Health New Zealand**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.**Salary Range**This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the relevant collective agreement and the salary will be in accordance with the applicable pay scale and dependent on experience.**How to Apply**Please apply for this vacancy online via the Health NZ Careers website.If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Becky Allen at becky.allen at [e-mail]. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as we may commence recruitment before the closing date once suitable applications are received.## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern || Location: | Canterbury || Position type: | Casual || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 23-Sep-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 29-Sep-2026 || Reference: | 1199 |