Faculty Assistant/Receptionist

Aitomic Jobs; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 57,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible employment practices

Career development

Five weeks’ annual leave

Superannuation 6.75%

Job summary

University of Auckland is seeking a proactive Faculty Assistant/Receptionist to support Grafton 505/507 receptions. You will greet visitors, manage inquiries and provide staff support, within a busy, friendly team.

The role is part-time, on-site, Monday to Friday, 1pm–6pm, with salary guidance and clear career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to build relationships, problem solve and provide effective support.
• Strong customer focus with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and respond to front desk inquiries.
• Provide general staff administrative support to the faculty reception.
• Support facilities and services, including parking bookings and security reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer focus

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Short Summary

Faculty Assistant/Receptionist with University of Auckland. Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity The Faculty of Medical and Health Science is seeking a proactive, service-oriented, and well-organised Faculty Assistant/Receptionist to work within and provide support to the Grafton 505 and 507 reception. You will be working alongside a team of dynamic people who have a collegial/calm, friendly work ethic with great…

Key Details

• Position / opportunity: Faculty Assistant/Receptionist
• Organization: University of Auckland
• Country / coverage: New Zealand
• Location: Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
• Work arrangement: On-site
• Opportunity type: Jobs
• Sector: Health
• Compensation: Not specified
• Duration: Not specified
• Start date: 2026-10-02
• Application deadline: Not specified

Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity The Faculty of Medical and Health Science is seeking a proactive, service-oriented, and well-organised Faculty Assistant/Receptionist to work within and provide support to the Grafton 505 and 507 reception. You will be working alongside a team of dynamic people who have a collegial/calm, friendly work ethic with great personalities. The successful applicant will provide support for the Faculty main reception to ensure the smooth provision of general and staff administrative support such as (but not limited to), meeting and greeting visitors, handling front desk inquiries, facilities & support services, the management of car parking bookings and security incident reporting. You will report through to the Facilities and Services Manager and hold functional relationships with the Facilities and Services team, Group Services, Faculty Administration within the Deans office, Property Services and Marketing Events Coordinator - a group who have a wealth of excellent University knowledge. This is a part-time, permanent position with scheduled hours Monday - Friday 1pm - 6pm. Remote working is not available for this position. The salary range for this position is between $56,550 - 62,900 depending on skills and experience. For more detailed information, please refer to the position description He kōrero mōu | About you We are looking for a highly motivated and focused individual, who can deliver a high standard of service, and can also provide reliable, efficient, and accurate execution of the reception duties at our large campus This position will suit a confident, dynamic, and energetic individual with experience gained in administration or a reception related role. You will bring Excellent written and verbal communication skills displaying sensitivities to and understanding of student and staff needs. Ability to build relationships, problem solve and provide effective support will be critical Strong customer focus, excellent time management with strong prioritisation skills Ability to work as a team.

What we offer

• Flexible employment practices and a culture
• Career development programmes
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
• 6.75% superannuation scheme

Equity The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF + , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

Responsibilities

• Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity The Faculty of Medical and Health Science is seeking a proactive, service-oriented, and well-organised Faculty Assistant/Receptionist to work within and provide support to the Grafton 505 and 507 reception.
• You will be working alongside a team of dynamic people who have a collegial/calm, friendly work ethic with great personalities.
• The successful applicant will provide support for the Faculty main reception to ensure the smooth provision of general and staff administrative support such as (but not limited to), meeting and greeting visitors, handling front desk inquiries, facilities &…
• You will report through to the Facilities and Services Manager and hold functional relationships with the Facilities and Services team, Group Services, Faculty Administration within the Deans office, Property Services and Marketing Events Coordinator – a…
• This is a part-time, permanent position with scheduled hours Monday - Friday 1pm - 6pm.
• Remote working is not available for this position.

Requirements / Eligibility

• We are looking for a highly motivated and focused individual, who can deliver a high standard of service, and can also provide reliable, efficient, and accurate execution of the reception duties at our large campus This position will suit a confident…
• You will bring Excellent written and verbal communication skills displaying sensitivities to and understanding of student and staff needs.
• Ability to build relationships, problem solve and provide effective support will be critical Strong customer focus, excellent time management with strong prioritisation skills Ability to work as a team Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer The…