Emergency Medical Technician - Residential Programme

Company Description

Ko wai mātou - About us:

Fast-track your way into a frontline ambulance role.

Are you ready to take on a challenge that’s as rewarding as it is demanding? The EMT Residential Programme is your opportunity to train as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and start a meaningful career in emergency healthcare - no previous healthcare experience is needed.

At Hato Hone St John, we’re all about purpose, people, and manaaki. We’re looking for individuals with a strong drive to help others, who thrive under pressure, and who are ready to commit to a fast-paced learning environment and a long-term clinical pathway.

Job Description

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

You’ll embark on a full-time, paid training program based in Palmerston North for full time work in Dunedin.

Starting early February 2026, over six months, you'll spend ten weeks on-site in Palmerston North (accommodation provided), returning home each weekend.

The program involves daytime learning and evening study – it’s an intensive and structured program, so leave isn’t available during this time. This unique opportunity is designed to set you up for long-term success, building strong foundations and professional networks from day one.

What the programme offers:

• Full-time, paid training over approximately six months
• Fast-tracked, high-intensity learning—earn while you learn
• Hands-on placements alongside experienced Paramedics
• Industry-recognised NZ Diploma in Ambulance Practice (level 5),
• Step straight into a full-time EMT position in Dunedin at the end of your training

This is not a course for the faint-hearted. It’s an immersive, challenging programme designed to prepare you for real emergency situations—where you’ll be expected to step up, stay calm, and make a difference when it matters most.

Qualifications

Ko wai koe - About you:

You’ll need to bring:

• A genuine commitment to a long-term clinical career
• The ability to learn quickly in a compressed, high-pressure training environment
• A full NZ driver's licence (held for 12+ months or with an approved advanced driving course)
• Great physical fitness and emotional resilience
• Strong communication skills and teamwork
• A current first aid certificate (we can help you get this if needed)

Previous experience in health or social care is an advantage, but not essential—we’ll provide all the training. What we’re really looking for is passion, dedication, and the mindset to succeed.

Individuals currently enrolled in the National Diploma pathway or enrolled in semester two or beyond of a Paramedicine degree are not eligible for this position.

Why join us?

You’ll be joining a respected, community-driven organisation with a proud history and a bold future. We’ll back you from day one—investing in your learning, wellbeing, and long-term development. You’ll live and train alongside others who share your values, forming connections that last a lifetime.

Your future starts here.
If you’re up for the challenge—and ready to commit to a career that really matters—we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Information

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply:

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on Friday 19 September 2025.

For more information, please contact recruitment@stjohn.org.nz. 

Please note: all appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, physical assessment and health check. For clinical operations roles where you are required to drive, you will be required to meet Hato Hone St John medical standards - Please click to review medical standards.

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.

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.