Dental Assistantat NZ Defence Force -
Mō te tūnga | About the roleDefence Dental Services provide clinical services, which are an essential part of holistic health services in the NZDF. In particular, proactive preventive based oral health services with an emphasis on restoring tooth form and function, managing conditions that affect the supporting tissues of the teeth and preventing future oral health problems.Our dental assistants are primarily responsible for providing chair side assistance to our Dentists, cleaning and preparing the treatment rooms, sterilisation and generally assisting throughout the clinic and the front office as required.
Within this role, you will provide patient focussed service to military personnel attending the clinics, and be active team player.Our dental offices are only open during the day so no late nights and no weekend work!Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and ExperienceIdeally, you will have experience in a similar role within a dental clinic and have about 2 years' experience as a chair side assistant and working knowledge of sterilisation practices.Our ideal candidate has the following key skills and experience:Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer/ patient focussed service.High degree of self- motivation and initiative.Strong organisational skills; ability to juggle demands and adapt to changing requirements.Effective communication and relationship management skills.Is proficient in the MS Office Suite, ideally with some experience using Titanium or similar dental patient management system.Nōu te rourou | What's in it for youYour skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience.
- safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection.
Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community.
Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services.Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success.
We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence.
With an open door to all- irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics
- NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment.
Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to ApplyApplications close on Thursday 29 May 2025.Use the links on this page where you will be directed to the Defence Careers website.Please Note:All applications must be made online, via the Defence Careers website.
Each listing contains the Position Description and a Contact Us option for any queries or technical issues.Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.NZDF Employees/Members- please apply internally via the HR Toolkit; this will ensure that you are visible as an internal candidate.NZDF Contractors
- please apply via the Defence Careers website.NZDF Reserves
- please apply via the Defence Careers website if you cannot access the HR Toolkit.NZDF is currently undertaking a Workforce Savings Programme (WSP) to realise efficiencies and required enduring savings, which may require NZDF to propose changes to the organisational structure of its civilian workforce.
As we progress through the WSP, we will be communicating with our people about any potential impact on roles and structures.
We welcome your application for this important role and want to let you know that if the WSP, and any subsequent proposed change process, is likely to impact on the role you are applying for, we will let you know at the earliest opportunity.Please Note:To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria.
Here's what you need to know:Low Level Security ClearanceYou must be a New Zealand citizen or you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.At minimum, you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, and you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last five (5) years.You must have a five (5) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.If you do not meet the minimum criteria, unfortunately, your application will not be accepted.
We do welcome your application at a time when you will meet the requirements.