Paramedic (Australian-registered)

Location: Lae, Kokopo, Mt Hagen or Port Moresby
Commencement: January-April 2026
Contract Term: Minimum 12 months
Remuneration: Salary + accommodation, vehicle, phone, internet, allowances, leave entitlements

 

About the Role

National St John Ambulance PNG is recruiting experienced and adaptable paramedics to join the PNG-Australia Policing Partnership (PNG-APP) Paramedic Support Program – a collaborative initiative providing medical support to the Australian Federal Police (AFP) in Papua New Guinea.
This unique role offers the opportunity to provide high-level pre-hospital care in a remote, resource-limited environment. Paramedics are deployed primarily to regional locations (Lae, Kokopo, or Mt Hagen) or Port Moresby, and contribute both to AFP medical support (in a 24/7 on-call capacity) as well as local ambulance service delivery.
You will also work alongside local ambulance officers and clinicians to support local operations, serve as a clinical role model, and contribute to the ongoing development and capacity-building of the national ambulance service.
The role involves a component of non-clinical and sustainable development work within the project, with the opportunity for paramedics to spearhead and lead their own projects.

 

Key Benefits

  • Base Salary
  • Provided: accommodation, vehicle, mobile phone, internet
  • 8-weeks paid annual leave per year (in 2-, 4- or 6-week blocks)
  • One return flight home per year
  • CPD reimbursements
  • Regional deployment (out of Port Moresby) allowances
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to emergency healthcare development in PNG

Minimum Requirements

  • Current AHPRA registration as a paramedic
  • Minimum 3-years of experience with a recognised Council of Ambulance Authorities (CAA) service
  • Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and in remote environments
  • Willingness to commit to a minimum 12-month deployment
  • Commitment to the mission and values of St John Ambulance

We Are Looking For Paramedics Who Are:

  • Clinically sound and confident to work independently
  • Passionate about development work and healthcare equity
  • Adaptable, flexible, and culturally respectful
  • Kind, team-oriented, and professional role models
  • Committed to mentoring and empowering local staff
  • Willing to work on-call in high-pressure, resource-limited settings
  • Available to commence Induction in January or February 2026

To Apply:

Submit the following documents at the link below:
  • CV
  • Cover Letter
  • Completed Selection Criteria Questions (below)
Applications close: 31st July 2025
Application submission link: https://wkf.ms/3HngH6O
Applications will be reviewed at the end of the application period. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 

Selection Criteria

1. Provide an example/s of a time you adapted your approach or communication style to effectively work with individuals from a different cultural background or in a low resource setting. What did you learn from the experience, and how would you apply this in Papua New Guinea?
(Approx 250-300 words)
2. A key aspect of working in PNG is supporting the development of local staff and systems. What interests you about working in Papua New Guinea and contributing to a capacity-building development project? How does this opportunity align with your personal and professional goals?
(Approx 250-300 words)
3. Working in Papua New Guinea may involve long deployments, being on-call 24/7 (low demand), and exposure to challenging environments. How would you describe your suitability for this environment, adaptability and skills to maintain your mental wellbeing and manage stress while working in a remote, resource-limited setting?
(Approx 200 words)
 
4. Have you previously worked, volunteered, or travelled in developing or resource-constrained settings? Describe any relevant experience.
(Approx 100 words)