Workplace Administrator CGRS Lower Hutt

Marketplace; Lower Hutt; Remote; NZD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Training and professional development

Wellbeing focus

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Lower Hutt is seeking a Workplace Administrator to support Social Work kaimahi and caregivers, handling administration, scheduling, reception duties and room bookings.

You will liaise with vendors and staff, assist with health and safety, and bring strong IT skills and cultural awareness to a collaborative team committed to Tamariki wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Full clean New Zealand driver’s license is required.
• Experience supporting administration for social work teams is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong IT and data handling skills.
• Cultural awareness and understanding of Tikanga Māori.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with financial plans, data collection and scheduling.
• Liaising with vendors, casual staff, and stakeholders.
• Booking rooms, answering phones, and providing reception support.
• Welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and whānau as required.
• Handling critical scenarios calmly and professionally.

Skills

IT proficiency

Administration

Communication

Time management

Cultural awareness

NZ work rights

Tools

MS Office

Job description

# Workplace Administrator CGRS Lower Hutt at Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children, Wellington## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* **Permanent, fulltime position available*** **Located at the Lower Hutt site office*** **Competitive salary ranging from $57,096 to $62,773, depending on experience****Mō mātou | About us**Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.We are committed to putting **tamariki** first, we believe **aroha** is vital, we respect the **mana** of people, we are **tika** and **pono**, we value **whakapapa,** and we recognise that **oranga** is a journey.**Mō te tūnga | About the role**Do you want to make a difference to New Zealand's tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and communities within the Wellington region? Come and join our great, supportive, and fun team and grow your administration experience to new heights with our team as we provide caregivers the support they need.Be responsible for administration needs of Social Work kaimahi and the caregivers they support including but not limited to the following:* Assistaning with financial plans, data collection and scheduling* Liaising with vendors, casual staff, and other stakeholders* Working with various cultural groups and people from different backgrounds* Booking rooms, answering phones, and assisting on the reception desk* Organising welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and whānau as and when required* Dealing with critical scenarios in a calm, professional manner**Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring**Key requirements of the role include:* Full clean New Zealand drivers licence is required (*(historic convictions may be considered on a case-by-case basis)** Support the team with all aspects of Health and Safety* Have a strong computer and IT knowledge* Admin skills such as typing, reporting, responding to Site needs* cultural awareness and an understanding of Tikanga Māori principles* a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi* Strong time management* excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audience* Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture* The valid right to work in New Zealand**Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you**Oranga Tamariki offer a step based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between **$57,096 and $62,773** dependant on experience.We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow.We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply**Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about role, please contact Info\\[e-mail]**Applications close on Wednesday 25 November 2026.** We will begin shortlisting candidates as we receive applications. Please note we do reserve the right to close the advert once all roles are filled.