Operational volunteers
We are constantly in need of Operational Volunteers to ensure the ambulance can be crewed 24/7. The role of an Operational Volunteer is not only to administer medical care to patients; it includes attending sports meetings, special events, races, fishing competitions and more.
Personal qualities we look for in an Operational Volunteer
- Genuine commitment, positive attitude and empathy towards the well being of others
- Ability to learn new skills
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Good health and physique
- Culturally sensitive
- Pride in personal appearance and professionalism
- Ability to work under pressure
- Honesty and integrity
- Ability to work both as a leader and a team member
- Respect with confidentiality
Criteria for becoming an Operational Volunteer include:
- Being able to commit to undertaking a minimum of one shift per week. At Bream Bay this is flexible according to other commitments.
- A current Workplace First Aid Certificate. We will assist you in obtaining this.
- Candidates must be in good health and reasonably physically fit.
- Must produce a clean full driver's licence.
- Have a clean Police Record
Training for Volunteers
As most Operational Volunteers have full or part-time work, initial training (including driving) is provided in shortened 1-2day courses usually in Whangarei, along with fortnightly sessions at the ambulance station.
Training is also on-going on the road where officers start as an Observer, or third officer, for as long as it takes for them to progress to second officer status. Training and regular crewing on the ambulance eventually leads to completing an NZQA recognised National Diploma in Ambulance Practice.
Become an Operational Volunteer for St John
Volunteers help with administration
While volunteers assist with operational roles, we also need volunteers to help manage the administration of the station on Tamingi Street in Ruakaka, which involves monthly meetings and the occasional fund-raising event.
Teamwork and Fun
At Bream Bay we also have a very active Social Club and focus on teamwork in an enjoyable way as well as in a professional manner. We challenge other ambulance stations and health care workers to games evenings and sporting events; we go on bus trips and have fun times at the station itself.
Join the Bream Bay team
Join the Hato Hone St John Bream Bay Area Committee
Join the Bream Bay Hato Hone St John Area Committee: contact John Burrows on 09-432-7619
Mangawhai volunteers
If you are from Mangawhai and want to join Hato Hone St John:
Contact Martin Davies
Join the Supporter Scheme
Join the supporters scheme and save on future ambulance bills find out more information or
sign up online
Alternativly you can contact Colleen Langton
Join the team
If you are interested in becoming part of the Hato Hone St John Bream Bay team contact Hato Hone St John Bream Bay station on 432 7311 or by e-mail