Surgical Services Team Leader (Administration)

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Dunedin is seeking a Surgical Services Team Leader to oversee administrative tasks and manage a team. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in a busy administration role, along with excellent communication and leadership skills. This role is crucial in supporting clinical operations and improving health services in the community.

Benefits

career growth and diverse opportunities

support for balance and wellbeing

inclusive culture

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years previous experience in a busy administration role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently as well as leading a successful team.
• Respectful nature handling confidential and sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administrative duties for the Surgical Services Team.
• Provide technical support and training to administration team members.
• Authorize expenses for office equipment.

Skills

excellent communication skills

planning and organisational skills

strong leadership skills

experience in a busy administration role

Job description

Overview

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

The Surgical Services Team Leader will manage a group of employees who perform administrative duties.

Responsibilities

• be responsible for the day-to-day coordinated direction, assignment and organisation of clinical bookings for Surgical Services and distribute booking administrator duties
• be responsible for the day-to-day coordinated direction, assignment and organisation of administrative support services for clinical staff
• be a point of contact for management and associated teams to provide optimal service
• plan, implement, and staff effectively
• provide technical support and training to administration team members to best practice standards
• hold a delegated budget for office equipment and authorise expenses

About the Team/Service/Location

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About you

We are looking for an experienced administrator, with excellent communication skills to carry out varied administrative duties to support the wider team, and ensure our department runs smoothly.

Ideally you will bring the following skills and experience

• At least 3-5 years previous experience in a busy administration role
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to work independently as well as leading a successful team
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Respectful nature handling confidential and sensitive information in a professional manner

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 community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

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 [emailprotected]

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.

About the organisation

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country’s largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations — from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities. Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.

Perks and benefits include making a real impact, working with world-class models of care, career growth and diverse opportunities, support for balance and wellbeing, and an inclusive culture.