SGE Recruitment and Onboarding Coordinator

6 days ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Hāpai Full time NZ$45,000 - NZ$60,000 per year
Introduction

At Skills Group, our purpose is to maximise human potential. For more than 30 years, we have supported learners and employers across Aotearoa through innovative vocational and higher education. Skills Group Employment (SGE) is part of this mission. As a Group Employment Scheme, we employ apprentices directly and place them with quality host companies to ensure successful on-the-job training that leads to formal qualifications.



Description

We are looking for a Recruitment and Onboarding Coordinator to help set apprentices up for success from day one. This role supports the onboarding and placement readiness of approximately 250 to 300 apprentices every year across five regions. Working across recruitment administration, onboarding coordination, scheduling and logistics, you will help create a seamless start for our apprentices and contribute to continuous improvement across our systems and processes. This role can be based in Auckland or Christchurch.

What you will do
  • Coordinate onboarding for approximately 250 to 300 apprentices each year, including logistics, documentation and preboarding communications.
  • Organise regional Induction events, managing scheduling, venues, presenters, materials and follow up.
  • Support recruitment during peak periods, including inbox management, reference checks and scheduling.
  • Ensure accurate collection, filing and handover of all compliance documents and safety certifications.
  • Provide flexible operational support across onboarding, recruitment and placement teams during busy periods or staff leave.
  • Contribute to process improvements and work closely with internal teams to strengthen workflows and handovers.


Skills And Experiences

What you bring
  • Knowledge of, or interest in, trades and vocational pathways.
  • Excellent attention to detail, time management and organisational skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Confident using Microsoft Office and systems such as SELMA or CRMs.
  • Ability to work across multiple workstreams and adapt to shifting priorities.
  • Comfortable supporting events, managing logistics and preparing documentation.

Why join Skills Group?

At Skills Group, our purpose is to maximise human potential. Our culture is built on our Vital Signs of Joy, Manaakitanga, Grow and Bold, and these values guide how we work every day. We foster curiosity, innovation and continuous learning. We celebrate success together, lift each other up during challenges and create an environment where people feel empowered to grow and contribute.

Benefits that back you
  • Health and wellbeing: Fully subsidised Southern Cross medical insurance, TELUS Health EAP and free flu vaccinations.
  • Superannuation and financial: 3% Kiwisaver and 2% SuperLife contributions, a $500 referral bonus and access to great discounts.
  • Learning and development: Two paid learning hours each week, LinkedIn Learning, Future Fit webinars and 50% off Skills Group courses for you and your whānau.
  • Leave and flexibility: Flexible working options, birthday leave, long service leave and additional bereavement leave.
Ready to make an impact? If you are passionate about supporting apprentices to thrive and building strong foundations for New Zealand's future trades workforce, apply now. We would love to hear from you.

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