Clinical Engineering Technician

Clinical Engineering Technician, Nelson Hospital, Permanent Full-time

• Be part of a collaborative team where innovation is embraced thereby creating a “do it better” culture. Bring your new ideas to the table.
• You get to work in a location known for its sunshine, stunning outdoor scenery and adventure sports.

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 aClinical Engineering Technician, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, calibration, and safety testing of medical equipment used. You’ll need to:

• install and commission new health technology (i.e. medical equipment/systems);
• support, verify, calibrate, repair and maintain health technology throughout its life cycle;
• apply mathematical, science and engineering knowledge / concepts to inform and advise on processes and systems;
• guide and advise clinical as well as non-clinical staff;
• maintain quality and safety through performance testing, documentation and record keeping.

This is a permanent full-time role working 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE), Monday to Friday.

Please view the position description for further information.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Clinical Engineering team of five focus on the management, maintenance, and utilisation of medical equipment and technology used in patient care.

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About you

As aClinical Engineering Technician, you will have or be:

• Relevant tertiary engineering qualification New Zealand, Qualifications Authority (NZQA) level 7 or equivalent level of practical experience;
• Registered as an Electrical Appliance Serviceperson with the Electrical Workers Registration Board;
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work well under pressure;
• Effective communication skills to interact with a wide range of staff;
• Attention to detail and a professional team player attitude;
• A dynamic self-starter, who is outcome/solution focussed.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

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 13 March 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact:

Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz OR

Chris Mason (Team Leader Clinical Engineering) at chris.mason@tewhatuora.govt.nz .

Job ref: R1N26-025

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.