Critical Response Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Regulatory and Policy Manager

at Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand Incorporated

This is a Full time job

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

Help shape regulatory and policy outcomes for NZ dairy companies. Senior role working at the intersection of industry and government.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Earlier Mental Health Response Clinician - Crisis Team

at Whakarongorau Aotearoa

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$47.82 per hour + penal rates + annual increase

Work from the comfort of home
Be part of a team improving health outcomes for all of Aotearoa
Access exclusive discounts with Boost and Samsung

Work from the comfort of home
Be part of a team improving health outcomes for all of Aotearoa
Access exclusive discounts with Boost and Samsung

Own the first moments of care. Lead compassionate crisis triage, assess risk with confidence and support the immediately safety of callers and whānau.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

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Listed two days ago

Complaints Specialist

at Cultivate – SEEK Medium Agency of the Year 2023 & 2024

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$70,000-$80,000 per annum pending experience

Meaningful work protecting consumer rights across Aotearoa
Multiple permanent roles: Assessor and Senior Assessor levels
Hybrid flexibility + based in Auckland OR Wellington offices

Meaningful work protecting consumer rights across Aotearoa
Multiple permanent roles: Assessor and Senior Assessor levels
Hybrid flexibility + based in Auckland OR Wellington offices

Assess, analyse, and resolve complex complaints with fairness and care in a values-driven, professional environment

Recruited byCharly Jones

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Emergency Management Officer South Waikato

at Matamata-Piako District Council

This is a Full time job

Tokoroa, Waikato

$84,685 – $99,630 per year

Be part of real-time response during emergency events.
Partner with iwi, agencies & community to build resilience.
Plan, train & coordinate emergency response activities.

Be part of real-time response during emergency events.
Partner with iwi, agencies & community to build resilience.
Plan, train & coordinate emergency response activities.

Help South Waikato communities prepare for and respond to emergencies, building resilience and making a real difference when it matters most.

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Case Management Support Officer

at New Zealand Police

This is a Full time job

Auckland

C $63,526.00 - $66,975.00

Case Management Support Officer

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Earlier Mental Health Response Clinician - Crisis Team

at Whakarongorau Aotearoa

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$47.82 per hour + penal rates + annual increase

Work from the comfort of home
Be part of a team improving health outcomes for all of Aotearoa
Access exclusive discounts with Boost and Samsung

Work from the comfort of home
Be part of a team improving health outcomes for all of Aotearoa
Access exclusive discounts with Boost and Samsung

Own the first moments of care. Lead compassionate crisis triage, assess risk with confidence and support the immediately safety of callers and whānau.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

9d ago

Listed seven days ago

Geohazard Analyst

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science Limited

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$72,370 to $80,425 + KiwiSaver

Want to join a close-knit and supportive team?
Opportunity to make New Zealand safer by providing science to key stakeholders
Work with a world-class geohazards monitoring network and scientists

Want to join a close-knit and supportive team?
Opportunity to make New Zealand safer by providing science to key stakeholders
Work with a world-class geohazards monitoring network and scientists

Contribute to the safety of NZ by actively monitoring, analysing, and responding to geological hazards to provide 24/7 situational awareness.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Manager Complaints, Incidents and Enforcement

at Education Review Office

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead national complaints and enforcement functions
Drive consistency, integrity, and quality of regulatory responses
Leadership role influencing system accountability

Lead national complaints and enforcement functions
Drive consistency, integrity, and quality of regulatory responses
Leadership role influencing system accountability

Join an organisation contributing to meaningful outcomes to improve learning for children and young people across Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Compliance Analyst

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$81,890 to $101,017 based on skills and experience

Analyse video to identify risks and non-compliance
Do you have strong attention to detail and passion for Fisheries?
Full-time permanent position available, Wellington

Analyse video to identify risks and non-compliance
Do you have strong attention to detail and passion for Fisheries?
Full-time permanent position available, Wellington

Play a critical role protecting NZ's marine environment by monitoring high-quality digital intelligence

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

18h ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Advisor, Emergency Management - Auckland

at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Emergency Management Advisor supporting district readiness, hospital response and coordination, ensuring compliant, effective systems and delivery.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Health and Safety Advisor

at Te Runanga o Kirikiriroa

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato

$75,000 - $85,000

Experienced, process-driven Health & Safety Advisor supporting wellbeing, compliance, systems and practice in a kaupapa Māori organisation.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Senior Advisor, Deployable Capabilities

at Department of Internal Affairs

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$108,018 - $117,951

Lead projects that strengthen NZ's emergency response capability
Support deployments, training, and systems for response teams
Work in a fast-paced role responding to national emergencies

Lead projects that strengthen NZ's emergency response capability
Support deployments, training, and systems for response teams
Work in a fast-paced role responding to national emergencies

Join NEMA and support the deployable capability that responds when it matters most.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

17h ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Advisor - Intake and Assurance

at Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Starting salary between $77,886 and $86,082

Be the first point of contact for feedback providers, ensuring they feel heard
Engage directly with individuals through incoming and outgoing calls
One permanent, one 12 month fixed term opportunity based in Wellington

Be the first point of contact for feedback providers, ensuring they feel heard
Engage directly with individuals through incoming and outgoing calls
One permanent, one 12 month fixed term opportunity based in Wellington

Be the face of feedback at Oranga Tamariki

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14h ago

Listed three days ago

Corporate Security Officers – Premium Office Environment (Auckland)

at SOUTHERN CROSS GROUP LIMITED

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Professional Security Officers delivering exceptional customer service and security support within a premium corporate office environment.

subClassification: Security ServicesSecurity Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Team Leader - Operational Readiness

at Environment Canterbury

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Life, and Income Protection Insurance

Use your experience in CDEM leadership
Lead and coordinate the activity of your operational team members
Provide sound emergency management advice internally and externally

Use your experience in CDEM leadership
Lead and coordinate the activity of your operational team members
Provide sound emergency management advice internally and externally

Bring your emergency management expertise to our Regional Civil Defence Emergency Management team

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Advisor Notifications and Enquiries

at Maritime New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Full time permanent opportunity
Based in Wellington
Appointing range: $$75,759- $92,063

Full time permanent opportunity
Based in Wellington
Appointing range: $$75,759- $92,063

Mō mātou | About Us Our Vision: Preventing Harm. Saving Lives.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12h ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Emergency Management Advisor

at Hato Hone St John

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Work strategically across teams to turn risk and response plans into readiness
Fast-paced, dynamic environment where every day presents new challenges
Work for the most trusted charity & support your local community

Work strategically across teams to turn risk and response plans into readiness
Fast-paced, dynamic environment where every day presents new challenges
Work for the most trusted charity & support your local community

Are you ready to shape how one of New Zealand’s most trusted emergency services prepares for the unexpected?

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

11h ago

Listed ten days ago

Regulatory and Policy Manager

at Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand Incorporated

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

Help shape regulatory and policy outcomes for NZ dairy companies. Senior role working at the intersection of industry and government.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed nine days ago

Safety & Resilience Advisor

at Chorus

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Enjoy hybrid working with flexibility to find work/life balance
Competitive benefits package
Be an integral part of H&S culture in Chorus

Enjoy hybrid working with flexibility to find work/life balance
Competitive benefits package
Be an integral part of H&S culture in Chorus

Lead Safety & Resilience across Chorus, driving culture, incident management, investigations, and operational capability.

subClassification: Occupational Health & SafetyOccupational Health & Safety

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Earlier Mental Health Response Clinician - Crisis Team

at Whakarongorau Aotearoa

This is a Part time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

$47.82 per hour + penal rates + annual increase

Work from the comfort of home
Be part of a team improving health outcomes for all of Aotearoa
Access exclusive discounts with Boost and Samsung

Work from the comfort of home
Be part of a team improving health outcomes for all of Aotearoa
Access exclusive discounts with Boost and Samsung

Own the first moments of care. Lead compassionate crisis triage, assess risk with confidence and support the immediately safety of callers and whānau.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

NEMA - Senior Advisor, Infrastructure Resilience

at Department of Internal Affairs

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$108,018 - $117,951

Senior advisor role supporting emergency response in a fast‑moving environment
Build strong partnerships to strengthen infrastructure resilience
Lead national planning and guidance for critical utilities & infrastructure

Senior advisor role supporting emergency response in a fast‑moving environment
Build strong partnerships to strengthen infrastructure resilience
Lead national planning and guidance for critical utilities & infrastructure

Strengthen infrastructure resilience by supporting lifeline utilities across risk reduction, readiness, response and recovery.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Advisor - Operational Policy and Practice

at Office of the Ombudsman

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Permanent position based in our Wellington Office
Support the development and implementation of quality assurance processes
Support the development and maintenance of operational practice guidance

Permanent position based in our Wellington Office
Support the development and implementation of quality assurance processes
Support the development and maintenance of operational practice guidance

Permanent opportunity in our newly established Operational Policy and Practice team.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Casual Geohazard Analyst

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science Limited

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$36 – $40 per hour

Want to join a close-knit and supportive team?
Opportunity to make New Zealand safer by providing science to key stakeholders
Work with a world-class geohazards monitoring network and scientists

Want to join a close-knit and supportive team?
Opportunity to make New Zealand safer by providing science to key stakeholders
Work with a world-class geohazards monitoring network and scientists

Contribute to the safety of NZ by actively monitoring, analysing, and responding to geological hazards to provide 24/7 situational awareness.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Manager Maritime Response Strategy and Systems

at Maritime New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Auckland based role, but open to Wellington for the right candidate
Permanent, full-time opportunity
Salary: $166,424 to $203,407 dep. on skills and experience

Auckland based role, but open to Wellington for the right candidate
Permanent, full-time opportunity
Salary: $166,424 to $203,407 dep. on skills and experience

Mō mātou | About Us Our Vision: Preventing Harm. Saving Lives.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Junior Software Engineer

at Bidfood Limited

This is a Full time job

Epsom, Auckland(Hybrid)

Real mentorship from senior engineers who enjoy growing junior talent
Ship real production features on a modern C#, Go, TypeScript & Azure stack
AI-driven workflows, learning budget & hybrid Auckland role 3 days in office

Real mentorship from senior engineers who enjoy growing junior talent
Ship real production features on a modern C#, Go, TypeScript & Azure stack
AI-driven workflows, learning budget & hybrid Auckland role 3 days in office

Launch your career on a global software team in Auckland. Real mentorship, ship production features, and grow with modern AI-driven tooling.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Lead Advisor - Safe Care Response

at Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Starting salary from $125,926 to $139,459

Respond to recommendations of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care
Fixed term or Secondment role to 30 June 2027
Wellington preferably but open to an Auckland location with some flexibility

Respond to recommendations of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care
Fixed term or Secondment role to 30 June 2027
Wellington preferably but open to an Auckland location with some flexibility

Key leadership role that will ensure several significant streams in the programme contribute to meeting the programme objectives.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

4d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Senior Adviser Resilience and Recovery

at H2R Consulting

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Embed effective Business Continuity plans and enterprise incident management practices across the organisation.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21d ago

Listed four days ago

Policy Analyst

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$79,200 - $95,873

A fixed-term, eight month vacancy in the Social Impact Team
A role requiring strong internal and cross-agency engagement
Bring your relationship-building skills and collaborative approach

A fixed-term, eight month vacancy in the Social Impact Team
A role requiring strong internal and cross-agency engagement
Bring your relationship-building skills and collaborative approach

Are you passionate about supporting and influencing social change for families, whānau, and individuals across Aotearoa New Zealand?

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Compliance Officer

at Taumata Arowai

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$111,370 (90%) - $123,744 (100%) - $142,306 (115%)

Permanent Christchurch based role
Supportive, high performing team environment
Contribute to improving drinking water safety for all New Zealanders

Permanent Christchurch based role
Supportive, high performing team environment
Contribute to improving drinking water safety for all New Zealanders

Join us to grow your career in regulatory compliance and ensure New Zealanders have access to safe drinking water every day.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed eight days ago

Ministerial Advisor (Expression of Interest)

at Department of Internal Affairs

This is a Full time job

Wellington

$99,025 - $141,915

Ministerial Resourcing are seeking expressions of interest for the Ministerial Advisor role, across Ministerial Offices.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed nine days ago

Portfolio Advisor

at ACC New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

$85037 - $100043 p.a.

Influence how ACC commissions and delivers critical health and recovery services
Work across diverse portfolios including Mental Injury, Rongoā and Raranga
Flexible location, strong benefits, and meaningful work with system‑wide impact

Influence how ACC commissions and delivers critical health and recovery services
Work across diverse portfolios including Mental Injury, Rongoā and Raranga
Flexible location, strong benefits, and meaningful work with system‑wide impact

Join ACC as a Portfolio Advisor to design, manage and improve health services supporting recovery and long‑term outcomes for injured New Zealanders.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Sexual Harm Crisis Support Specialist

at Kirikiriroa Family Services Trust

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Trauma-informed crisis support role supporting tamariki and whānau impacted by sexual harm across health, justice, and community systems.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

14d ago

333 critical response jobs in New Zealand

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Regulatory and Policy Manager

Earlier Mental Health Response Clinician - Crisis Team

Complaints Specialist

Emergency Management Officer South Waikato

Case Management Support Officer

Earlier Mental Health Response Clinician - Crisis Team

Geohazard Analyst

Manager Complaints, Incidents and Enforcement

Compliance Analyst

Senior Advisor, Emergency Management - Auckland

Health and Safety Advisor

Senior Advisor, Deployable Capabilities

Advisor - Intake and Assurance

Corporate Security Officers – Premium Office Environment (Auckland)

Team Leader - Operational Readiness

Advisor Notifications and Enquiries

Emergency Management Advisor

Regulatory and Policy Manager

Safety & Resilience Advisor

Earlier Mental Health Response Clinician - Crisis Team

NEMA - Senior Advisor, Infrastructure Resilience

Advisor - Operational Policy and Practice

Casual Geohazard Analyst

Manager Maritime Response Strategy and Systems

Junior Software Engineer

Lead Advisor - Safe Care Response

Senior Adviser Resilience and Recovery

Policy Analyst

Senior Compliance Officer

Ministerial Advisor (Expression of Interest)

Portfolio Advisor

Sexual Harm Crisis Support Specialist

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