Officer Administration Support - 598
About the role
We have a great permanent full-time opportunity for someone with administration experience & strong interpersonal skills to join our Operations team, based at our Paraparaumu Depot.
The role is the first point of contact for staff & visitors to the Depot & has primary responsibility for allocating & monitoring service requests; co-ordinating the purchase of goods & monitoring purchase orders on behalf of the Operations team.
This role is pivotal in supporting other members of the Administration team across all administrative & financial functions & therefore the willingness & capability to learn new systems and processes as well as a high level of computer literacy is essential.
Skills and Experience
- Strong administrative and organisational skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in using common office software, such as Microsoft Office suite
- High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively
- Flexible and adaptable to changing needs and priorities
- Prior experience as an Administrative Assistant or Office Administrator is preferred
We provide full support and training to help you succeed in this role. If you have the right personality, experience, and dedication, and are ready for a rewarding position with varied tasks, we encourage you to apply!
Please read the Job Description. [PDF 300 KB]
About us
Beautiful beaches and a short journey to or from Wellington make the Kāpiti Coast a great place to live and work. Working for the Kāpiti Coast District Council means being part of a caring, dynamic and effective customer-focused team who makes a positive difference in the community we serve. To find out more about our vision and direction click on here.
Enquiries about this position should be directed to Mia Blignaut, Team Leader Operations Office and Plant Administration on 04 296 4715 or free phone 0800 486 486.
How to apply
The preferred candidate will be required to undergo the usual pre-employment checks, including drug and alcohol screening, criminal history, and credit checks. Please note you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
*Before you apply, please ensure that you have the following documentation ready: your cover letter, CV, a copy of your work visa (if applicable) and Drivers Licence.
Closing 12.00pm on Monday 6 February 2026