Enrolment and Information Advisor

Wintec | Te Pūkenga; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wintec | Te Pūkenga in Hamilton is seeking a motivated Enrolment and Information Advisor to join the Domestic Admissions team on a full-time permanent basis.

You will assess applications against programme entry requirements, interpret regulations, check for completeness, and issue offers with accuracy and timeliness. The role requires strong numerical skills, proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other business systems, and a collaborative approach to support ākonga (students).

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification at Level 5 or above, or 2–3 years of administrative experience.
• Strong numerical/data handling ability and proficiency with Excel.
• Understanding of New Zealand tertiary education sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess applications against programme entry requirements.
• Interpret regulations and policies to guide decision making.
• Process applications from receipt to offer accurately and efficiently.
• Check applications for completeness and data quality.
• Issue offers of place and communicate decisions to applicants.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data handling

Interpersonal communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Tertiary qualification Level 5+

2–3 years administrative experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Business systems

Job description

We're looking for a motivated, detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, structured, and fast-paced environment. If you thrive on accuracy, enjoy working with systems and data, and are passionate about delivering an outstanding student experience, we'd love to hear from you. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity to join the Domestic Admissions team within the Student Enrolment and Information Centre at Wintec. Our team plays a vital role in supporting domestic students, from receiving and checking for completeness of applications through to assessing, and issuing offers of place, . As an Enrolment and Information Advisor, you'll assess applications against programme entry requirements, interpret regulations and policies, and ensure every application is processed accurately and efficiently. The work involves applying consistent assessment processes while exercising sound judgement and excellent attention to detail. You'll be part of a team that is committed to continually improving our processes to enhance the experience of our ākonga (students). The salary for this role is between $59,700 and $65,000, depending on skills and experience. This position is based at our Wintec City Campus and reports to the SEIC Manager.

You'll bring a positive, customer-focused approach and enjoy working collaboratively to achieve shared goals. You're organised, adaptable, and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work. To be successful in this role, you'll have: A naturally empathetic, proactive, and positive approach. Excellent attention to detail and confidence working with numbers and data. Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills. The ability to interpret policies, regulations, and programme entry requirements accurately. Well-developed organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines in a busy environment. Strong computer skills, including confidence using Microsoft Excel and other business systems. A tertiary qualification at Level 5 or above, or at least 2–3 years' experience in an administrative role. An understanding of New Zealand's tertiary education sector and qualification framework (preferred). Most importantly, you'll enjoy working as part of a supportive, collaborative team.

Wintec is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our region (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming environment where we learn and achieve together while strengthening and growing the whole person.