Administration and Office Support Jobs
About the Administration and Office Support Industry in New Zealand
Many people make a career in administrative roles with the breadth of demands and skills required of these people increasingly being acknowledged by the public and employers.
There is plenty of flexibility in this industry, as all sectors in New Zealand require some level of administrative support. Candidates can work in a variety of businesses and grow their skills and knowledge of different industries while they do so. Part-time and after hours work is always available for people with skills in administration and office support.
Getting a Job in Administration
The chances of securing a job in administration are average for people with no experience, and good for people with experience. Experience in this industry can include customer service experience, accounting, and IT work, as well as previous reception and administration roles.
It is necessary to have skills in software like Microsoft Office and Excel, an understanding of website management and database systems, health and safety laws, keyboard and computer skills, and to be able to take minutes and write reports.
The office environment is rapidly changing and there are hundreds of different titles for those who work in administration based roles.
Some companies require multiple people to fill these roles.
Top Jobs in Administration
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Executive Assistants
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Personal Assistants
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Administration Managers
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Co-ordinators
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Receptionists
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Call Centre Operators
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Accounts Staff
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School Secretaries
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Industry Trainers
To excel in administration you’ll need to be organised and a good communicator. Working to deadlines is crucial in this sector - you’ll often be under time constraints and have people depending on you to have tasks completed in a timely manner. Accuracy and attention to detail are also qualities employers look for in a good administration candidate. Successful administrators are good at making sure they don’t miss anything.
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Featured Jobs
3PL Administrator
City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
3/11/2025
About the Role:
You will be responsible for processing 3PL orders efficiently, coordinating transport and deliveries, handling customer enquiries, and supporting warehouse administration. These are full-time roles offering consistent hours and opportunities for permanent placement.
You will:
Process incoming 3PL orders and pick orders as required
Respond promptly to customer enquiries by phone and email
Coordinate transport and courier deliveries, liaising with the warehouse team
Manage cu
Administrator
City:
Christchurch
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
3/11/2025
We are seeking an experienced administrator for a full time ongoing position with one of our clients in the industrial sector.
You will need to have worked in an office based role previously.
It is important that you are confident with the following
Customer service - you will be the front face of the business meeting customers and dealing with queries
Typing / Data entry - accuracy with spelling and grammar is a must
Prior experience using Microsoft Office
PA duties
Additionally you will
Admin Manager
City:
Job Type:
Date:
Posted on 28/10/2025
About the Company: Our client offers a down-to-earth culture, structured support, and a friendly team that values adaptability, curiosity, and collaboration. About the Role: This is a temporary role, starting ASAP. As an Administration Manager, you w…..
Administrator
City:
Christchurch
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
3/11/2025
Our client is a construction company in Christchurch, seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Administrator to join their fun and friendly team. This is a potentially ongoing position with flexible hours, roughly 30 hours per week but open to negotiation.
As an Administrator, your main duties will include providing efficient administration support for the company, inputting information into spreadsheets, organising various jobs, and performing some accounts work. The ideal candidate will have a
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