Timaru Office Manager: Operations, HR & Tech Lead

Roncalli College; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NZ Recruitment is seeking an Office Manager to oversee operations in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand. The role focuses on coordinating daily administrative tasks, policy implementation, budgeting, and staff supervision to maintain an efficient office environment.

You will manage communications, meetings, onboarding, recruitment support, and equipment maintenance, while leveraging office software to streamline reporting and processes. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $20–$22.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating daily office operations and administrative tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and maintain office policies and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience supervising administrative staff and coordinating cross‑functional work.
• Proficiency with office management software and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of recruitment support and onboarding processes.
• Ability to manage budgets and monitor expenses.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily office operations, ensuring all administrative functions run smoothly.
• Implement and maintain office policies and procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Coordinate office supplies and inventory, ensuring timely replenishment and cost control.
• Manage office budgets, tracking expenses to adhere to financial guidelines.
• Supervise and support administrative staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external communications.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, ensuring all necessary resources are available.
• Facilitate effective communication between departments to enhance workflow.
• Prepare and distribute internal communications, including memos and announcements.
• Assist in organizing company events and team‑building activities as needed.
• Assist with recruitment processes, including job postings and candidate screening.
• Maintain employee records, ensuring compliance with legal and company policies.
• Coordinate onboarding processes for new hires, providing necessary training.
• Support performance management processes, tracking employee evaluations and feedback.
• Help manage employee benefits and payroll inquiries, ensuring timely resolutions.
• Utilize office management software to streamline administrative tasks and reporting.
• Implement digital filing systems to ensure efficient document management.
• Leverage communication tools to enhance team collaboration and project tracking.
• Maintain office equipment, coordinating repairs and upgrades as necessary.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging office technologies.

Job description

NZ Recruitment is seeking an Office Manager to oversee operations in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand. The role focuses on coordinating daily administrative tasks, policy implementation, budgeting, and staff supervision to maintain an efficient office environment.

You will manage communications, meetings, onboarding, recruitment support, and equipment maintenance, while leveraging office software to streamline reporting and processes. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $20–$22.