Office Administrator/Receptionist (Parental Leave Cover) - NIWA NIWA is a dynamic research organisation and New Zealand's largest and pre-eminent provider of climate, freshwater, and marine science.
Our core purpose is to enhance the economic value and sustainable management of New Zealand's aquatic resources and environments, to provide an understanding of climate and the atmosphere, and increase resilience to weather and climate hazards to improve safety and wellbeing of New Zealanders.
What we're looking for: We are seeking a dynamic Office Administrator for NIWA's Northland Aquaculture Centre at Ruakaka.
This busy role has responsibility for a wide range of administrative, logistical and operational support to the NAC management team and staff that includes: Providing a full range of office administrative support services including handling mail and deliveries, document preparation, records management, meeting arrangements and minute taking, making staff travel arrangements, and support for financial administration.
Providing operational support including facilities management, procurement, contractor liaison, site inductions, and co-ordination of events and visits to site.
Providing a professional and efficient reception service that provides a welcoming environment for our visitors.
Site safety administration including organising regional H&S meetings, safety reporting and documentation, organising the supply and maintenance of safety equipment, liaison with NIWA's national H&S team, co-ordinating audits, and co-ordinating the delivery of staff wellness benefits such as health checks.
What you will bring: The job requires excellent communication skills, a positive attitude and willingness to help.
You will demonstrate a high level of initiative, great attention to detail and the ability to be flexible and responsive.
This opportunity will allow you to showcase your excellent administration skills as well as your ability to prioritise and work autonomously.
Your strong work ethic and willingness to go the extra mile will ensure your success in this role.
A bit about NIWA and the NAC: NIWA's Northland Aquaculture Centre is New Zealand's principal aquaculture research facility and aquaculture industrial park located at Ruakaka, on the beautiful Bream Bay coastline south of Whangarei.
We currently have around 30 staff on site, working across a range of aquaculture research and production activities, including at our recently opened Recirculating Aquaculture System facility.
NIWA promotes the importance and value of an inclusive and diverse workforce, including the Rainbow Community, and pride ourselves on being a family-friendly and supportive workplace.
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