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
Receptionist
City:
Christchurch
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
16/02/2026
Due to an internal promotion we're on the hunt for a Receptionist to join our Onestaff Christchurch team.
This is a front-desk role where you'll be the face of the office and the person that keeps everything running smoothly.
Hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5.00pm.
What the role entails:
Welcoming visitors with a smile and great first impressions
Helping candidates get set up on our online portal
Issuing PPE
Keeping on top of daily compliance tasks
Supporting our Sales and Operations
Office Administrator
City:
Christchurch
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
16/02/2026
We have a position available within a trade based company as an Office Administrator.
This position is not suitable for entry level candidates as you will be fully responsible for all duties.
Your role will involve the following, and it is essential you have had prior roles where you have undertaken these tasks previously:
Reception duties - greeting customers in person and on the phone
Setting up and tracking jobs for staff - you will have worked with Simpro or a similar system before
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Personal Assistant
City:
Job Type:
Date:
Posted on 23/12/2025
About the Company: Here at Tribe, we have a range of clients needing immediately available personal assistants to help support in temporary assignments. About the Role: As a Personal Assistant your responsibilities could be, but are not limited to Pr…..
Administrator
City:
Gisborne
Job Type:
Casual / Temporary / Contract
Date:
16/02/2026
An exciting opportunity to join a well-established and respected business in Gisborne! We are looking for a motivated and multi skilled Admin who can provide support at the weighbridge. We are seeking an individual that enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and isn't afraid of a challenge.
Benefits:
Weekly pay + 8% holiday pay accrued
Full-time, ongoing work (Mon-Fri, day shifts)
Opportunity for permanent employment
PPE provided for all conditions
Excellent onboarding, train
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