Administration Support Officer - Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)
Job Description
Enable smooth operations and support senior leaders to deliver their best work
Join a collaborative team focused on service excellence and continuous improvement
Permanent role based in Wellington with a hybrid working environment
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We're looking for an Administration Support Officer to provide responsive, timely and high-quality administrative support to managers and teams across NZTA Waka Kotahi.
In this role, you'll play a key part in keeping things running smoothly-supporting meetings, events, financial administration, and business processes. You'll also work closely with the wider Administration Services team to ensure consistency, efficiency, and high standards across the organisation.
This is a varied and fast-paced role where no two days are the same, and where your organisation, initiative, and attention to detail will be highly valued.
View the position description here.
We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $70,000 - $75,000 commensurate with skills and experience.
Ko koe tenei | About you
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Proven experience in a broad administration role supporting multiple stakeholders
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to meet deadlines
Experience coordinating meetings, events, and stakeholder engagement activities
Strong digital capability, including Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn new systems quickly
A proactive, solutions-focused approach and ability to work under pressure
Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
A continuous improvement mindset and willingness to learn and adapt
You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to develop an understanding of Te Ao Maori, tikanga, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and how these apply in the public sector.
Mo matou | About us
You'll be part of Te Ama - Commercial and Corporate, within the Administration Services team. This team provides professional, high-quality administrative support that enables NZTA to operate efficiently and effectively.
Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return
At NZTA Waka Kotahi, we offer:
A competitive salary and benefits package
Five weeks annual leave
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for permanent employees
A supportive and inclusive culture focused on wellbeing and development
Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply
Please click Apply to upload your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Ra Katinga | Applications close:16 July 2026
For further information, email: [email protected]
To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
NZTA| Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.
