Assistant Health Centre Manager - Rolleston Prison

Mo te tunga | About the role

We are seeking a motivated leader to support the Health Centre Manager to lead a team of committed health professionals.

You will share responsibility for coordination of day to day clinical activity, staff management, and the effective delivery of health services.

The Health Services Team deal with a broad range of health issues, respond to emergencies, consult with external health services and undertake health education for this high health needs population.

Working collaboratively with Doctors, Allied Health professionals, external agencies, and other Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) staff you will promote a philosophy of care within the prison which ensures the delivery of quality primary health services to those in our management.

The ability to form new relationships is vital in this role.

Mou | About you

We want to hear from you if you are a Registered Nurse with a current annual practicing certificate who meets these key requirements :

• You have experience working in a range of health settings, particularly primary or acute health environments
• You are skilled at working with people who present with acute and / or complex health needs
• You thrive on working in a challenging environment, are able to work autonomously but also a strong team player
• You are an effective leader of others
• You demonstrate professionalism, ethical decision making and are comfortable working within a highly regulated environment
• You are curious, bring a growth mindset and demonstrate a commitment to your own professional development
• You are committed to improving outcomes for people in prison
• Your practice demonstrates understanding of the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to supporting achievement of equitable health outcomes.

Utu a-tau | Salary

Starting salary step 1 $131,718.

Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Mo matou | About us

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and addressing the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy.

We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve.

We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.

Tono inaianei | Apply Now - Applications close : Sunday 19th October 2025

To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link.

All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact

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