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
Part Time Administrator
City:
Christchurch
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
19/01/2026
Our Christchurch branch is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Part Time Administrator to join our team.
Position Overview
As a Part Time Administrator, you will play a crucial role in supporting our sales team and providing efficient administrative support. You will be responsible for managing and organizing paperwork, data entry, maintaining databases, following up on sales calls and assisting with other administrative tasks as required.
Key Responsibilities
Efficiently manage and or
Project Coordinator / Administrator
City:
Wellington
Job Type:
Casual / Temporary / Contract
Date:
19/01/2026
About the Role
You’ll play a key part in keeping projects running smoothly by providing coordination and administrative support to the Project Managers and site teams.
Your day-to-day will include:
Entering and managing data such as timesheets, purchase orders, and project tracking spreadsheets
Requesting quotes and following up with suppliers and subcontractors
Tracking and coordinating material orders and deliveries
Assisting with project documentation, health & safety records, and compl
Operations Coordinator
City:
Job Type:
Date:
Posted on 23/12/2025
About the Company: At Tribe, we support a huge range of clients with temporary Operations Coordinator roles and are on the lookout for immediately available people who can commence temporary assignments now! About the Role: Your responsibilities coul…..
3PL Administrator
City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
19/01/2026
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
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