Administration and Training Support

  • New Zealand
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Water New Zealand is on the lookout for an organised and proactive Administration and Training Support who’s ready to step in and support both corporate services and training functions. A 12-month fixed term opportunity, starting as soon as possible, is an excellent opportunity for someone to grow their experience within a professional, collaborative team.


About Water New Zealand

‘Ka ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora ngā tāngata’
‘If the water is healthy, the land is healthy, the people are healthy’

Water New Zealand is a membership organisation on an exciting journey of growth. They provide leadership in the sector through collaboration, professional development, and networking. As the largest water industry body in Aotearoa New Zealand, they represent water management professionals and organisations promoting the sustainable management and development of the water environment.


About the Role

This is a busy and varied role, providing essential administrative and training support across the organisation, with a strong focus on ensuring the administration and training function of Water New Zealand runs effectively and delivers a responsive, high-quality service to members.

In this role, key responsibilities will include:
* Providing high-volume administrative support across corporate services
* Acting as a central point for training enquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses
* Supporting the delivery of virtual instructor led training * Maintaining accurate records and systems across membership and training platforms
* Assisting with membership renewals and general organisational administration to support smooth day-to-day operations

As part of a small team, we expect the responsibilities of this role will vary from time to time, and this person will be agile, happy to jump in and support initiatives and tasks as needed to ensure team success.


About You

You’ll bring strong organisational skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

No task is too small or too big, you take pride in following and executing processes to a high standard, while also looking for ways to improve them.

What we’re looking for

* A self-motivated approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
* A strong process orientation, with the ability to follow established processes accurately and consistently
* Good written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging with stakeholders across phone and email
* Strong technical skills, someone who can quickly pick up new systems

In return, you can expect to be warmly welcomed and quickly feel part of a collaborative and supportive team. This is a great opportunity to step into a professional environment, make a real impact, and work within the dynamic, ever-changing water sector that is so critical to Aotearoa New Zealand.


To Apply

To apply for the role, click the APPLY button now! Applications will close as soon as a suitable person is identified.

For further information, and a copy of the full position description, please get in touch with John Keith on 021 205 3252, or Katie Kemp on 021 928 232 at Talent.

Only applicants with the right to work in New Zealand should apply for this position.

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