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North Haven Hospice is seeking a practical, reliable, and service-oriented individual to join our team as a Maintenance & Loan Equipment Technician. This is a varied and rewarding role that directly supports the comfort and wellbeing of our patients, whānau, and staff.

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About the Role

This 25 hours per week, hands-on position is responsible for maintaining our buildings, grounds, clinical equipment, and non-medical assets to a high standard. You will also play an important part in delivering and collecting clinical loan equipment for patients in the community and supporting safe contractor activity on site.

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Key Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs across Hospice buildings, grounds, and essential services.
• Co‑ordinate and oversee external contractors in consultation with the Director of Business Services.
• Organise, maintain, and carry out basic (non‑mechanical) maintenance of clinical equipment and Hospice vehicles.
• Deliver and collect clinical loan equipment to and from patient homes, ensuring safe handling and great customer service.
• Conduct electrical safety testing of all non‑medical equipment in line with NZ Safety Standards.
• Meet core organisational policies, procedures, and health & safety requirements.

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About You

You will bring a practical mindset, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work independently while building positive relationships with staff, contractors, and community members. A commitment to quality, safety, and respectful service is essential.

Please let us know if you are interested in the position by emailing hr@northhavenhospice.org.nz with your resume and a cover letter.

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Make a meaningful difference for patients and whānau at one of Northland’s most trusted and compassionate community services.

North Haven Hospice provides specialist palliative care for people living with life‑limiting illness across Te Tai Tokerau. We’re committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi, upholding dignity, and delivering care that reflects compassion, integrity, teamwork and excellence.

‍About the Role

Part-time 20 hours per week - Maternity Leave Cover

As a Social Worker at North Haven Hospice, you’ll provide specialist social work support to people with complex needs, helping patients and their whānau navigate challenging situations with care and clarity.

You will work closely with ourmulti‑disciplinary team, supporting decision‑making, advocating for social needs, facilitating family meetings, and contributing to care planning that empowers whānau and honours what matters most to them.

This is a permanent position, based in Whangārei and serving the wider Te Tai Tokerau region.

What You’ll Do

- Provide skilled assessments and therapeutic social work support for patients, families and whānau.

- Offer guidance on systems navigation,decision‑making, advocacy, and resource access.

- Work collaboratively within amulti‑disciplinary team.

- Participate in bereavement support, including calls, visits, and Remembrance Services.

- Build strong relationships with community agencies.

- Engage in ongoing supervision and professional development.

  What You’ll Bring

Essential:

- Registered Social Worker with a current practising certificate.

- NZ Class 1 driver’s licence.

- Strong competence in professional social work practice.

- Computer literacy.

Desirable:

- Experience in health, palliative care, or community settings.

- Understanding of te reo Māori and tikanga.

Personal Attributes:

- Compassion, integrity, and strong communication.

- Ability to work independently and within a team.

- Organised, reflective, and committed to ongoing learning.

Apply Now

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to the North Haven Hospice recruitment at hr@northhavenhospice.org.nz

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The Coordinator - People and Culture will support the organisation to attract, develop, engage, and retain a skilled and compassionate workforce by coordinating recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, performance processes, and wellbeing initiatives. It plays an important role in fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture that reflects the organisation’s values and commitment to care.

Working closely with leaders and staff, the Co-ordinator People and Culture ensures people processes are consistent, well-communicated, and efficiently delivered. This enables leaders to focus on supporting staff and volunteers to provide high-quality care and services to patients, whānau, and the wider community.

If you are interested in this role, and able to start during April 2026, please provide an expression of interest and your resume to our CEO by emailing ceo@northhavenhospice.org.nz .

At North Haven Hospice we work collaboratively with other services to develop an understanding of, and to practice, quality supportive care in our community for those with a terminal illness or life-limiting condition.

Our mission embraces kindness, personalised, and specialised end-of-life care, respecting individual choices. Whether you are a patient, a family member, or a dedicated staff member, we care about you. We invite you to join our team and contribute to funding the diverse journey of care we provide to those who need it most.

Nature of the role / te āhuatanga o te tūranga

You will be working within a supportive, values driven team who are passionate about palliative care.  In this role you will:

·        Practice safely and professionally, guided by clinical, cultural, ethical, and legislative standards in palliative care nursing.

·        Deliver thoughtful, effective care to individuals with complex needs, ensuring dignity and comfort at every stage.

·        Build therapeutic relationships through kind, clear communication with patients, families, whānau, and our interdisciplinary team.

·        Contribute to quality improvement, helping us continuously enhance the delivery of specialist palliative care.

·        Uphold core organisational responsibilities, supporting a culture of excellence, safety, and compassion.

 What you will bring / ngā pūkenga mō tēneitūranga

To be considered for this role, you will need to be a New Zealand Registered Enrolled Nurse with a minimum of 2years’ experience, and current Annual Practising Certificate (APC).

But we are also looking for that extra something special — someone who:

·        Has experience or a genuine interest in palliative care

·        Communicates with warmth, clarity, and professionalism

·        Thrives in a collaborative team environment

·        Brings a caring, compassionate approach to every interaction

 What we offer/ ka taea e mātou te tuku

·        A nurturing, inclusive team environment

·        Opportunities for professional growth and development

·        A workplace where your voice and care truly matter

If you are ready to bring your empathy, expertise, and energy to a place where every moment counts, we would love to hear from you.

Applications close on Monday, 17 November 2025 - please email hr@northhavenhospice.org.nz

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We don’t care for patients; we care for people.

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