Administrator / Reception

Direction Recruitment; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a professional to provide administration and reception support at a Lifestyle Retirement Village during a maternity leave cover from November 2025 to March 2026. Candidates must have proven administration experience and proficiency in Xero. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks are essential. This temporary role offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven administration experience in a similar role.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage reception duties including answering phones and responding to emails.
• Log and coordinate maintenance requests with contractors.
• Provide administrative support as required.

Skills

Proven administration experience

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently

Proficiency in Xero

Tools

Xero

Job description

Overview

Administration / Reception – Maternity Leave Cover – Lifestyle Retirement Village
Fixed Term: 3 November 2025 – March 2026 (with potential to extend)

We are seeking a professional and well-organised individual to provide administration and reception support during a maternity leave period at a Lifestyle Retirement Village.

Responsibilities

• Managing reception duties including answering phones and responding to emails
• Logging and coordinating maintenance requests with contractors
• Providing administrative support as required
• Utilising Xero for financial processing

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have proven administration experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Proficiency in Xero is essential.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Paula or Sondra on 09-430 3777 for further details.