Senior Advisor, Emergency Management - Cap Coast / Hutt Valley at Te Whatu Ora, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Wellington based
• Permanent full time

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. 

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities. 

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care. 

About the Role 

The primary purpose of this role is to support District Emergency Management service delivery and contribute to effective response functions. Working closely with the District Lead, the role supports the development, planning, and implementation of emergency management systems and engagement strategies at a district level, including monitoring progress, reporting outcomes, and ensuring agreed objectives are achieved.

The role provides technical advice and practical support across regional and district work programmes, responses, and projects, helping to ensure emergency management activities are well coordinated, compliant, and fit for purpose. It also supports the District Leadership Team by providing guidance on emergency management requirements and representing legislative, assurance, and governance obligations across the district.

About you 

You bring multiple years' experience (typically five or more) working in an operational environment within a large, complex organisation, with a strong foundation in emergency management and/or operational service delivery. You are comfortable operating in dynamic, fast-paced environments and understand what effective coordination and service delivery look like during both routine operations and response situations.

You have a proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders at a district level, and you are confident working across the health and disability system as well as alongside other government agencies. You communicate clearly, collaborate effectively, and understand the importance of strong partnerships in achieving shared outcomes.

You have knowledge and practical application of the Coordination Incident Management System (CIMS), or the ability and commitment to obtain this within six months. You also demonstrate a solid understanding of the Civil Defence Emergency Management Act 2002 and the CDEM Plan Order 2015, and are able to apply legislative and planning requirements within an operational and assurance context.

Working for 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 Sunday, 8 March. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Matt Kelly at matt.kelly@tewhatuora.govt.nz 

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