Casual Admin

Marketplace; Whanganui; Hybrid; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora Whanganui is seeking a Casual Administrator to provide flexible, high-quality administrative support across multiple departments. You will join a collaborative team, working in a busy hospital environment to ensure smooth operation and timely clerical processing.

The role requires strong communication, computer literacy, and the ability to work semi-autonomously while remaining friendly and proactive in supporting staff and patients.

Qualifications

• Excellent computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Sound decision-making experience.
• Ability to work semi-autonomously and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administration support across departments as needed.
• Work within the department and other areas to promote efficient operations.
• Support timely and accurate clerical processes and data handling.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure responsive service delivery.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Computer skills

Job description

# Casual Admin at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Casual Administrator – Community, Allied & Resources Team****Whanganui Hospital | Casual****Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora** is firmly grounded in the principles of **Te Tiriti o Waitangi** and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.**About the Role**This is an exciting casual role in our organisation ensuring that a high-quality administration service is provided across various areas as and when needed.The primary purpose of the role is to:Work physically within the department or service needed, however due to the nature of your role you will be required to undertake duties in various other areas in the organisation which will promote the efficient and effective operation of Health New Zealand (Health NZ) / Te Whatu Ora – Whanganui. This will contribute to the smooth running of the varying departments within the areas you are placed, providing an efficient and timely administrative support function that is responsive and flexible to the changing needs of the organisation.This role is varied and needs someone that can work well in a large team and remain friendly and helpful at all times.**About you**Our ideal candidate will support and grow our administration service. You will have a positive outlook and an eagerness for learning new roles and process and taking your fellow colleagues along on the journey.You will be able to comfortably demonstrate:* Being patient and client focused* Energetic and enthusiastic for teaching and motivating your colleagues* Working semi-autonomously* Lead and work collaboratively* Have a commitment to improving the quality of services* The ability to work in partnership, and communicate with various stakeholders* Excellent computer skills* Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Sound decision-making experienceIf you are looking for an interesting role then this could be for you.**Why Choose Whanganui?**Imagine finishing work and within 10 minutes being home, walking along the beach, paddling the Whanganui River or enjoying one of New Zealand's thriving arts communities.Whanganui offers an exceptional lifestyle with affordable housing, excellent schools, short commute times and easy access to both Wellington, New Plymouth or Ruapehu. Whether you're looking for more time with family, outdoor adventure, or a better work-life balance, Whanganui offers the opportunity to build both your career and your lifestyle.Joining our team means becoming part of a close-knit hospital where your ideas are valued, your leadership is visible, and you have the opportunity to make a real difference every day.**Working at Health New Zealand**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and serve our communities. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.If you are looking for a leadership opportunity where you can grow professionally while enjoying an outstanding quality of life, we'd love to hear from you.**How to Apply**To apply please click “**apply now**.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lee Ann Van Staden [e-mail]*We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.*## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Whanganui || Location: | Manawatu / Whanganui || Position type: | Casual || Category: | Administration || Date listed: | 05-Nov-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 27-Nov-2026 || Reference: | 1956237 || Attachment: | Casual Position Description 2026.docx (Word, 209KB)Job Description || File links: | || Website: | https://www.wdhb.org.nz/ |Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.