Renal Transport Driver - Patient Transport, Te Tai Tokerau

• Northland and surrounding areas
• Unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community!
• Become part of a compassionate team dedicated to supporting patients and their whānau in accessing the care they need
• Enjoy a rewarding career while travelling through the stunning Te Tai Tokerau Northland countryside, making a meaningful difference in people’s lives every day

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 Patient Transport Driver, you’ll play a vital role in supporting renal dialysis patients by ensuring safe, reliable transport to and from their treatments. You’ll build meaningful connections with patients and their whānau, providing a service that is not only efficient but also compassionate and respectful.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working a minimum of 40 hours per week. Shifts are rostered across five days, Monday to Saturday, with split shifts each day and occasional Sundays during the festive season.

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You’ll begin and end each shift from home, with a dedicated passenger service vehicle provided for work-related use only. Operating across Northland, this role offers flexibility in location and the rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in people’s lives every day.

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About you

You are a compassionate and empathetic professional with outstanding communication skills and a genuine commitment to supporting people from all walks of life. You thrive in diverse environments and are dedicated to delivering exceptional care with sensitivity and respect. As a positive, adaptable team player, you’ll respond thoughtfully to individual needs, bringing warmth, understanding, and a caring presence to every interaction.

• Current, clean full Class 1 New Zealand Drivers Licence
• Passenger (“P”) Endorsement for Small Passenger Service (SPSL) vehicles
• Good knowledge of Northland roads and geography
• Professional driving experience in a taxi, or other passenger services
• Proven knowledge of Worktime and Logbook Rule for operating within a passenger service environment

Previous experience in the health sector is desirable, however not essential to apply. 

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 22 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Recruitment Team on NL-jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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