Rescue Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Motor & Business Team Leader

at First Rescue NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Attractive remuneration package
Various staff benefits
Free life or medical insurance

Attractive remuneration package
Various staff benefits
Free life or medical insurance

Lead fast. Think on your feet. Make a real difference.

subClassification: Supervisors/Team LeadersSupervisors/Team Leaders

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

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This is a featured job

Community Engagement Champion

at OnTrack Racing Limited

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

$65,000 – $80,000 per year

Join a fresh, community-led approach to wellbeing and suicide prevention
A varied field role combining engagement, outreach, training & practical support

Join a fresh, community-led approach to wellbeing and suicide prevention
A varied field role combining engagement, outreach, training & practical support

Engage with racing communities across NZ to build trust, deliver training and connect people with support that strengthens wellbeing.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

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Listed nine days ago

Emergency Assistance Coordinators

at First Rescue NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Join a company that values you as an individual, offers you challenges and opportunities to develop. Apply now!

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Police 111 Police Emergency Communicator

at New Zealand Police

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Training salary $64,161, $72,112 after training

As a Police Emergency Communicator, you will be the reassuring and empathetic voice guiding and supporting people in their time of need.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago•Expiring

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Operations Coordinator - Aviation

at GCH Aviation

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work within a premium private jet and VIP aviation environment
Join a leading family-owned aviation group with diverse operations
Fast-paced, varied role with guest service and operational coordination exposure

Work within a premium private jet and VIP aviation environment
Join a leading family-owned aviation group with diverse operations
Fast-paced, varied role with guest service and operational coordination exposure

Coordinate VIP jet operations and guest services in a fast-paced Christchurch aviation environment with New Zealand’s leading aviation group.

subClassification: AirlinesAirlines

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

7h ago

Listed one hour ago

Community Compliance Warden

at Madison Recruitment Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

NZD 30 per hour

Be a visible presence in the community patrolling Auckland CBD
Temp assignment - ASAP start until September 2026
Working rotating rosters between 7am - 10pm 7 days a week

Be a visible presence in the community patrolling Auckland CBD
Temp assignment - ASAP start until September 2026
Working rotating rosters between 7am - 10pm 7 days a week

Community-focused role enhancing CBD safety through proactive patrols, respectful engagement, and support for people in need.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

1h ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

VHF Radio Operator

at Coastguard New Zealand.

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Become part of a team making a difference in Aotearoa
New friendships with like-minded people
Make a real impact supporting the volunteers who save lives on the water.

Become part of a team making a difference in Aotearoa
New friendships with like-minded people
Make a real impact supporting the volunteers who save lives on the water.

Coastguard Radio Operators are the lifeline of our operations

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed eight hours ago

Business Services Coordinator – Wellington – Fixed term

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Do you want to work where your contribution is valued and appreciated?
Enjoy being part of a team whilst bringing in your own ideas?
Salary range $59,674 - $66,304, actual salary dependent on skills & experience

Do you want to work where your contribution is valued and appreciated?
Enjoy being part of a team whilst bringing in your own ideas?
Salary range $59,674 - $66,304, actual salary dependent on skills & experience

This is a full-time role (40phw) working Monday-Friday from our Oriental Parade office.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

8h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Motor & Business Team Leader

at First Rescue NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Attractive remuneration package
Various staff benefits
Free life or medical insurance

Attractive remuneration package
Various staff benefits
Free life or medical insurance

Lead fast. Think on your feet. Make a real difference.

subClassification: Supervisors/Team LeadersSupervisors/Team Leaders

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

13d ago

Listed one day ago

Trainee Safety Protector

at KiwiRail

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Fully paid training and uniform provided
Career progression opportunities
Access to discounted holiday homes across NZ & healthcare refunds

Fully paid training and uniform provided
Career progression opportunities
Access to discounted holiday homes across NZ & healthcare refunds

Kickstart your rail safety career. Get full training to protect work crews and the public in this vital role.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Port Services Officer

at Port Marlborough New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Picton, Marlborough

Work in a unique port and marina environment where no two days are the same
Structured 24-7 rotating roster with built-in time off
Supportive team with training and development opportunities

Work in a unique port and marina environment where no two days are the same
Structured 24-7 rotating roster with built-in time off
Supportive team with training and development opportunities

Play a key role in keeping our port and marina safe and running smoothly in a varied, hands-on 24-7 operational role.

subClassification: Security ServicesSecurity Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Operational Support Specialist

at Chubb New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Stable, Long‑Term Career with a Global Leader in Fire and Security Services
Fast‑Paced Role Co-ordinating Techs, Prioritising Jobs and Solving Problems
Transfer your Core Co-ordination Skills into a New, Purpose Driven Industry

Stable, Long‑Term Career with a Global Leader in Fire and Security Services
Fast‑Paced Role Co-ordinating Techs, Prioritising Jobs and Solving Problems
Transfer your Core Co-ordination Skills into a New, Purpose Driven Industry

Want a new challenge? Join Chubb and apply your dispatch, logistics or fleet coordination skills in a role that makes a real difference.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Pest Free Howick - Ecological Restoration Coordinator

at Otara Waterways and Lake Trust

Immediate start

This is a Part time job

Howick, Auckland(Hybrid)

$33 – $35 per hour

Help restore some of Howick’s most valued natural spaces
Lead and support volunteers making real environmental change
Join a passionate, community-driven conservation team

Help restore some of Howick’s most valued natural spaces
Lead and support volunteers making real environmental change
Join a passionate, community-driven conservation team

Lead restoration projects, support volunteers, and inspire communities to protect nature across Howick Ward

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

10d ago

Listed seven days ago

Warehouse Coordinator

at Nutrient Rescue

This is a Full time job

Sydenham, Canterbury

$28 – $30 per hour

Nutrient Rescue is seeking a motivated and organised Warehouse Coordinator to join our team

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

7d ago

Listed two 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)

2d ago

Listed one day 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)

1d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Op Shop Assistant - New Lives Rescue

at New Lives Animal Rescue

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Op Shop Assistant to join our busy animal rescue op shop team.

subClassification: Retail AssistantsRetail Assistants

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

19d ago

Listed seven days ago

Reducing Reoffending Coordinator

at Serco Asia Pacific

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Every day brings variety and challenge
Strong professional development and career pathways
Subsidised meals and onsite parking available for employees

Every day brings variety and challenge
Strong professional development and career pathways
Subsidised meals and onsite parking available for employees

Serco is a place where you can grow

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed nine days ago

Fiji & Disaster Response – Programme Manager (Part-time; 25 hours per week)

at Habitat For Humanity New Zealand Limited

This is a Part time job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $85,000 pa (pro rata for part time hrs)

Join a team that is committed to making a difference
Capable and high performing team
Part-time; 25 hours per week

Join a team that is committed to making a difference
Capable and high performing team
Part-time; 25 hours per week

Manage HFHNZ's MFAT-funded Negotiated Partnership & Climate Finance for Community Resilience programming in Fiji & our Disaster Response projects.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

9d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Community Engagement Champion

at OnTrack Racing Limited

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

$65,000 – $80,000 per year

Join a fresh, community-led approach to wellbeing and suicide prevention
A varied field role combining engagement, outreach, training & practical support

Join a fresh, community-led approach to wellbeing and suicide prevention
A varied field role combining engagement, outreach, training & practical support

Engage with racing communities across NZ to build trust, deliver training and connect people with support that strengthens wellbeing.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

17d ago

Listed ten days ago

Emergency Response Operator

at Tunstall Australasia Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Above award rates paid

Fun team events and recognition awards
Discounts and benefits through the PERKS platform
Company-paid employee wellbeing counselling

Fun team events and recognition awards
Discounts and benefits through the PERKS platform
Company-paid employee wellbeing counselling

Work for a company that wants a world where people have the freedom to live life to the full, in a place of their choice.

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

10d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Senior Advisor, Emergency Management - Auckland

at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

Be an early applicant

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)

7h ago

Listed one day ago

Casual First Aid Trainer

at FACTCO Limited

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$30 – $37.50 per hour

Are you the trainer who can bring energy, clarity, and real‑world know‑how to our courses? Apply now.

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Health, Safety & Environmental Manager

at Homehub Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Great Salary + Insurance Perks + Wellness Benefit

Great salary on offer + work vehicle
Hybrid working option
Insurance discounts for Home, Contents and Vehicle

Great salary on offer + work vehicle
Hybrid working option
Insurance discounts for Home, Contents and Vehicle

This unique role will require integrating health, safety, and environmental functions across AMI HomeHub, AMI RepairHub and AMI First Rescue.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed five hours ago

Ranger Biodiversity

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Whangarei, Northland(Hybrid)

Support DOC's Tara Iti recovery programme
Enjoy a balance of office and field-based work
Permanent, fulltime position | based in Whangārei

Support DOC's Tara Iti recovery programme
Enjoy a balance of office and field-based work
Permanent, fulltime position | based in Whangārei

Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature!

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

5h ago

Listed ten days ago

Ecological Restoration Team Members - Fixed Term

at Wildland Consultants

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Wildlands are seeking an Ecological Restoration Field Team Member to work fulltime, fixed term for a period of approximately 6 weeks, from 25 May 2026

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

10d ago

Listed two hours ago

Network Response Specialist

at KiwiRail

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Act as primary coordinator for unplanned network disruptions and call outs
Contribute to development and future planning of a Network Response Team
Permanent, Wellington based

Act as primary coordinator for unplanned network disruptions and call outs
Contribute to development and future planning of a Network Response Team
Permanent, Wellington based

Bring your incident response skillset to this exciting role!

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2h ago

Listed one day ago

Airfield Operations Manager

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Competitive Salary, Health Insurance, Free Gym!

Lead Rescue Fire team & drive high-performance safety critical ops daily tasks
Own airfield ops, compliance, audits emergency response & team leadership lead
Must have 5 years exp in a similar role within airport ops or emergency response

Lead Rescue Fire team & drive high-performance safety critical ops daily tasks
Own airfield ops, compliance, audits emergency response & team leadership lead
Must have 5 years exp in a similar role within airport ops or emergency response

2IC to the Safety & Ops Manager where you can showcase your leadership skills & build a strong culture. Key role in a critical airport environment.