Timaru District Council Hiring for Permanent Full-Time Customer Service Officers Job at Timaru Full Time

The District

Timaru District is a thriving and innovative community. It is the central hub for the South Island, serving a large agricultural heartland, with a growing economy that provides the import and export gateway for primary sectors. We boast a Top 10 most loved beach in New Zealand and have access to mountains, rivers and lakes, making Timaru and ideal destination for recreational, sporting and cultural pursuits.

Lets not forget about that 7 minute commute to work!

The Organisation

The Timaru District Council aims to enable democratic local decision-making and action by, and on behalf of communities, to provide the social, economic, environmental, and cultural well-being of its communities in the present and for the future. With around 400 staff, there are a diverse range of roles from front facing community to support and technical specialists.

The Position/ Person

Get excited for this awesome opportunity! Our Customer Services team needs two enthusiastic individuals to be the vital front-line link between members of our community and Council’s variety of services!

If you’re a people person who thrives in a busy environment and who loves helping others, you already have an advantage.

The way you mix quality service with professional and insightful help, as well as your excellent cash handling and computer skills, will be what makes you a successful Customer Services Officer.

Bring your:

• Friendly and enthusiastic manner
• Super team player focus and great sense of humour
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to get things done in a busy environment
• Excellent computer and technical ability skills

With your great work ethic, upbeat personality, and excellent problem-solving skills – you will be able to effectively and efficiently provide our customers with amazing service.

There are x2 permanent full-time positions offering 40 hours per week. The salary range is between $47,320.00 to $53,709.00 per annum.

If you’re a fantastic communicator, fast learner, and have excellent attention to detail – let us know!

Check out a copy of the position description here. For further information, please email us at [email protected].

All applicants are required to be either a New Zealand Citizen or have a current New Zealand work visa. Applications close 5pm, 3 February 2023 and can be registered through our careers website www.timaru.govt.nz/jobs.

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