HMC Engineer (Linux and Unix), Digital Services

• Work from your local Health NZ office – stay connected to your community while delivering nationwide digital health change
• Be a part of our Digital Services team – shaping the future of digital healthcare for all New Zealanders
• Permanent, full time role.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to more than five million New Zealanders.

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations — from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities. Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible, and innovative care.

About the Role

As an HMC Engineer (Linux and Unix), you will operate at a technical delivery level within Digital Operations, supporting the deployment, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of critical Linux and Unix digital services.

You will play a key role in day-to-day operational support, ensuring service availability, stability, security, and compliance with technical standards on Linux and Unix systems. Working closely with senior engineers and other technical specialists, you will troubleshoot complex issues, support the implementation of solutions, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen Health NZ's digital environment.

You will also engage with project teams and vendors to ensure solutions are delivered in line with technical requirements and operational needs. This role requires a proactive, solution-focused mindset and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex, nationally operating environment.

The role will require on-call participation and occasional work outside standard hours to support system maintenance, incidents or project work.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and maintain digital and IT services in line with technical standards.  Experience supporting Linux and/or Unix systems is required for this role.  Please ensure your cover letter and CV outline your experience in these areas.
• Support day-to-day operations to ensure service availability, performance, and stability
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues and incidents
• Support the implementation of technical solutions and service improvements
• Work closely with senior engineers and technical teams to deliver reliable services
• Engage with project teams and vendors to support solution delivery and alignment
• Contribute to national ways of working across Digital Operations
• Identify opportunities to improve service performance, security, and reliability
• Maintain documentation and support compliance with operational and security requirements

About You

You are a technically capable IT professional who enjoys hands-on delivery and problem-solving. You are organised, adaptable, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. You take ownership of your work, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and are committed to continuous improvement.

You bring a strong service mindset and understand the importance of reliable digital systems in supporting frontline healthcare delivery.

You will bring:

• 1-3 years' experience deploying, configuring, and maintaining Linux and Unix systems
• Significant experience providing day-to-day technical support in Linux or Unix operational environments
• Proven ability to troubleshoot technical issues and support incident resolution Experience supporting complex IT solutions, preferably running on Linux or Unix.
• Experience with Ansible Automation Platform, Satellite or similar automation tools is desirable
• Scripting experience with either bash or python is desirable
• Experience with monitoring tools is desirable
• A relevant tertiary qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of service management practices (ITIL certification desirable)
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to equitable outcomes

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to delivering excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from our Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Our values, guided by Te Mauri o Rongo, underpin how we work together and support one another.

How to Apply

To apply, please click “Apply now.”
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 13 March, 2026

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ash Mohan at ash.mohan@tewhatuora.govt.nz