Administrator - Corporate Mental Health
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora · 5001+ employees
What the role involves
- Supporting directors
- Managing reporting
- Coordinating learning processes
What they ask for
Minimum two years administration experience; knowledge of health environment; high organizational ability; computing/information management skills; administrative procedures knowledge; problem-solving and communication skills.
- 2+ yrs experience
About the job
- Waikato Hospital
- Permanent – 80 hours per fortnight
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We have an exciting position available for an experienced administrator to join the Corporate Mental Health team. You will enjoy working with a variety of people and situations and must be committed to providing excellent levels of service to attain our goal: To support Mental Health and Addictions Service to continue to earn the reputation as a service people trust with their loved ones’ care.
The role provides support and assistance to two Directors and manages the administration of our learning and development processes. You will assist, co-ordinate and manage multiple reporting requirements and meet deadlines.
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About the Service
We are the Mental Health and Addictions Service arm of Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato. We provide specialist services for tangata whaiora who are experiencing serious mental health difficulties.
About you
- A minimum of two years administration experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of how the health environment works.
- A high degree of organisational ability and application of logic in your work.
- Computing / information management (essential) or relevant work experience.
- Knowledge of administrative procedures and systems, acquired through training and experience.
- Knowledge and experience to deal with non-routine issues, such as problem solving.
- Demonstrated ability with written and oral communication, and relating effectively with people.
- Demonstrated ability to work pro-actively, use initiative, and be organised and methodical.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “Apply online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 19 October 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Robyn Payne at Robyn.Payne@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.