Student Accommodation Assistant

4 days ago

Napier Field, Alabama, New Zealand EIT Full time NZ$50,000 - NZ$52,000 per year
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role

The Student Accommodation Assistant is a permanent part-time 0.6FTE position that supports the management of student-focused accommodation services at EIT. This role ensures cleanliness, timely maintenance, and provides pastoral care to promote resident wellbeing. It involves close collaboration with internal teams such as Student Support, Facilities, and People & Culture, as well as external contractors and industry bodies.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $50,000 and $52,000, dependent on skills and experience.

The Student Accommodation Assistant is based at Hawkes Bay, reporting to the Student Accommodation Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with processing accommodation applications and maintaining accurate records.
  • Ensure accommodation units are clean, well-presented, and equipped prior to new arrivals.
  • Conduct resident inductions and provide ongoing support throughout their stay.
  • Perform routine inspections, report maintenance issues, and liaise with Facilities for resolution.
  • Promote wellbeing and safety through regular checks and pastoral care in line with the Code of Practice.
He kōrero mōu | About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Minimum 1 year experience in administration or customer service.
  • High level of computer literacy.
  • Physical fitness for duties including lifting.
  • Full NZ Driver's Licence.
  • (Desired) Experience in accommodation industry and practical facilities skills.
  • Strong communication skills and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.

As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter.

For more information, please view the Position Description below.

Mō Mātou | About Us

EIT, a business division of Te Pūkenga, is a vibrant tertiary institute with campuses in Tairāwhiti (Gisborne), Hawke's Bay, and Auckland. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering culturally responsive services that meet the needs of Māori learners and their whānau.

Me pēhea te tono | How to Apply

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will undergo pre-employment checks, including a Safety Check process. Submit your CV and Cover Letter online. For queries, contact

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this advert may close earlier if suitable candidates are identified.

For a copy of the Job Description visit Student-Accommodation-Assistant---Position-Description-

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