Site Operations Administrator/coordinator

2 weeks ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Science New Zealand Full time

Coordinator/Administrator - Site Operations


Do you want a job that matters? We are looking for an enthusiastic multitasker who is skilled in providing efficient and effective administration and business support in a full-time role in a great organisation with a supportive team.

Are you
- passionate and professional in all you do and understand the value of customer service to an organisation?
- keen on administration, on actioning and being responsible for your activities, and translating ideas into action?
- able to self-manage your day and contacts while understanding the importance of reporting to those accountable?
- keen to work for an organisation whose purpose is 'Science for our land and our future'?

Then read on and apply.

About the opportunity
As with all support roles at Manaaki Whenua, this full-time role is all about supporting our science outcomes.

Specifically, this position supports the Site Operations Manager, who is based in Palmerston North, to ensure the efficient running of our Wellington Site.

Our team is all about promoting and implementing efficient and effective (best practice) management of site operations, and you will work with Science & Support leaders, staff, and key suppliers to provide:

  • Fully compliant contractor management, emergency management, and site related HSE compliance systems and/or
  • Fully compliant procurement processes with a focus on the procurement process at a transactional/tactical level.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of systems and processes utilised by site operations, possibly on a national level.
  • Deliver customer satisfaction by executing agreed services, processes, and procedures to ensure quality and timely service delivery.
  • Administrative and coordination support to our Wellington staff and CRI/Science tenant partners

About you


The person best suited to this position will demonstrate strong administrative and people skills with the ability to forward plan, prioritise and get things done in liaison with others through influence and coordination.


Why Manaaki Whenua
Our land, our future - this is the essence of why Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research exists.

At Manaaki Whenua we undertake research that focuses on preserving New Zealand's rich biodiversity, improving biosecurity, and protecting the health of the land, fresh water, and soil resources we need for a prosperous future.

We recognise the importance of partnerships, the special role of Māori, and the need to ensure that all New Zealanders have the knowledge, understanding, and tools to truly live in harmony with our precious environment.

We are recognised nationally and internationally for the quality of our research and work with a wide range of organisations within New Zealand and globally.


Manaaki Whenua embraces diversity and is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contribution.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.


What we offer


As an employee of Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research, you will work with passionate and talented people in a caring and family friendly environment; enjoy good staff benefits and the opportunity for personal growth and career development.


How to apply

Interviews will be held in Wellington on Thursday 8 June 2023
Job Details

  • Crown research institute
Manaaki Whenua- Reference #
Posted on
24 May 2023- Closes on

05 Jun :00- Location(s)

Central Wellington- Expertise
Administrative Services- Job level(s)
Entry/graduate, Experienced- Work type(s)
Permanent- More details (document)
Position Description Coordinator Administrator Site Ops

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