Kaikokiri Mana Tangata / Nurse Team Lead

Nursing - Community, Maternal & Child Health (Healthcare & Medical)

• Based in Wairau

• Full-time

• Applications close Wednesday 18th February 2026

  “Me whakahaumanu te Mana o te whānau, ā ka haere whakamua – Revitalise whānau for their future.”

  Ko wai mātou | About us

  Te Piki Oranga is the largest Tikanga Māori health service provider in Te Tauihu o Te Waka-a-Māui (Nelson, Tasman, Marlborough). We deliver a wide range of whānau-centred health services from our hubs in Whakatū, Wairau, and Motueka, as well as through mobile clinics and home visits.
  Our mahi is grounded in the values of Manaakitanga, Whanaungatanga, Kaitiakitanga, Wairuatanga, Kotahitanga, and Rangatiratanga.

  Mō tēnei tūrana mahi | About this role

  We are seeking a Mana Tangata Nursing Team Lead to provide leadership to our kaimahi delivering hauora services from our hub in Wairau.
  
  Responsible for:
  

  • Providing inspirational leadership to a dedicated team of nurses.

  • Ensuring whānau receive safe, effective, and holistic care.

  • Coordinating referrals, maintain clinical oversight, and lead multidisciplinary hui.

  • Strengthening service integration and improve outcomes for whānau by working closely with iwi, Te Whatu Ora, and other relevant partners.

  Mōu | About you

  To be effective in this role our ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Experience in leading high performing teams and influencing Hauora outcomes.

• Experience working with culturally based communities and diverse stakeholders.

• Current registration as a health professional (e.g., RN or clinician)

• Strong communication, emotional intelligence, and team development skills

• Commitment to cultural safety, continuous learning, and wellbeing

  Ngā hua o tēnei mahi | What we offer

  At Te Piki Oranga, you’ll be part of a values-based organisation that prioritises manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and kotahitanga. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged.
  You’ll also benefit from:

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

• A week’s company leave in addition to 4 weeks annual leave

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

• Tangihanga and sick leave entitlements from your first day of employment.

• A friendly team committed to making a difference

  Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

  This is a unique opportunity to lead with heart and purpose in a kaupapa Māori organisation. If you’re passionate about empowering whānau and supporting kaimahi, we’d love to hear from you.

  If you have any pātai, contact: Kate Pedersen – 027 269 4833
  Applicants must be eligible to work in Aotearoa New Zealand and hold a full driver’s license.

  To complete an application form, click on the link

  Please note that applicants may be interviewed before the closing date.