Clinical Engineering at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral, Manawatu / Whanganui

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Clinical Engineering
•  Palmerston North
•  Permanent Part time

Leading technology, empowering care — shaping safer healthcare for tomorrow.

Are you passionate about healthcare technology and ready to make a difference in patient care? We are seeking a skilled Clinical Engineer to join our Clinical Engineering team, supporting Mid Central and Whanganui Hospitals with safe, efficient, and sustainable health technology services.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Clinical Engineer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring medical equipment and systems are safe, functional, and compliant. You'll be hands-on across the full equipment lifecycle—from procurement and installation to calibration, maintenance, and decommissioning—directly supporting clinicians to deliver high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and service medical devices and systems to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance.
• Perform equipment calibration, performance checks, repairs, and decontamination.
• Support onboarding, configuration, and commissioning of new medical technology.
• Assist with safety alerts, recalls, incident investigations, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with clinical teams, vendors, and national HTM partners.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, innovation, and cost-efficiency in operations.

About you

We're looking for someone with:

• A tertiary qualification in Clinical or Biomedical Engineering, Medical Physics, or a related field.
• Experience in clinical engineering or health technology management.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Registration with the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) as an Electrical Appliance Serviceperson – Medical endorsement (or willingness to obtain within 24 months).
• A full New Zealand Driver's License.
• Understanding and application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in a health setting.

About the Location

Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life.  It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.

Discover more hidden gems that Manawatū and Palmerston North have to offer here: Manawatū & Palmerston North - Visit | Live | Study | Business (manawatunz.co.nz).  Check out our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital.

We actively encourage a life work balance and appreciate flexibility can be important, so we are open to discuss options! 

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 30 days. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Peter Lowndes (Recruitment) at peter.lowndes@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz OR

Steyn van der Spuy (Clinical Engineering Manager – Hawkes Bay) at steyn.vanderspuy@hbdhb.govt.nz

Job ref: 1896484

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.