Emergency Response Operator
Do you want to work for a company, that wants a world where people have the freedom to live life to the full, in a place of their choice? Then Tunstall is for you!
We usually respond within a week
About us
Make a Real Difference – Every Day!
At Tunstall, we’re not your average workplace. As a global leader in telecare and emergency response, we help people stay safe and independent living in the place of their choice. Our Australian and New Zealand teams provide support and assistance at the press of a button, delivering peace of mind and reassurance to clients and their families with our emergency medical devices and 24/7 call centre support. You’ll be the first voice our clients hear in moments that matter—from medical emergencies to simple system checks.
About the role - Help Save Lives from Your Desk!
This isn’t just another call centre role—it’s purpose-driven work that saves lives. We have a full-time, 40-hour per week role available on a rotating 24/7 roster. You’ll:
Answer incoming calls triggered by our clients’ medical and duress alarms
Dispatch emergency services where required
Provide reassurance and remain calm under pressure
Follow clear protocols and accurate admin processes
Troubleshoot and support for accidental and test alarm calls
You'll be based in our Tauranga office, with hybrid work opportunities available for some shifts once trained.
What we’re looking for
A natural people person with empathy and a calm phone manner
Strong resilience and ability to stay composed in emergencies
High attention to detail
Reliable, team-focused, and looking for a stable, long-term role
Proven customer service experience
Good computer skills and fast, accurate typing
First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Flexibility is Key
We're a 24/7 service, so you'll need to be flexible for a rotating roster that includes:
Afternoon, night and weekend shifts (penalty rates apply!)
Roster provided one month in advance
Hybrid work available for some shifts after training is successful
Why join Tunstall?
We offer a range of benefits to support your success and wellbeing:
Hybrid work after training (3–6 months)
Above Living Wage rates paid + penalty rates
5 weeks’ Annual Holiday Leave for shift workers
Free parking and coffee
Discounts and benefits through the PERKS platform
Fun team events and recognition awards
Company-paid employee wellbeing counselling
Training & growth opportunities in a purpose-led company
Diversity & Inclusion
At Tunstall, we’re proud to champion diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Each Tunstall colleague has a superpower…they’re unique. No one else is them, and we think that’s special. We welcome and encourage applications from all people, including Māori, Pasifika, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with all abilities, and people from diverse experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to equity and inclusion, and to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive.
Ready to Apply?
To be successful, candidates must have the appropriate work eligibility rights. Candidates are required to provide a Police check, which can be organised and paid for by us.
If you want a role with real purpose, APPLY NOW and join a team where every call matters.
- Department
- Customer Care
- Role
- Customer Care Consultant
- Locations
- Tunstall Tauranga
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time