University of Auckland Hiring for Faculty Assistant & Receptionist x2 Job at Auckland Full Time

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s pre-eminent University, with a turnover of $1.3bn, including research revenue of over $300m generated across eight diverse faculties and two research institutes. With over 6,000 staff and 45,000 students, the University of Auckland is one of New Zealand’s most significant and complex entities.

Te Herenga Mātai Pūkaha | Faculty of Engineering

The Faculty of Engineering is large and multi-faceted, and maintains a strong culture of excellence in research and student-centric learning. The faculty is also committed to Mātauranga Māori – the unique Māori way of viewing the world – encompassing traditional knowledge and culture – and actively seeking meaningful ways to reflect this in our teaching, research, and how we work together.

Find out more about our faculty via the links below:

• Welcome from the Dean Professor Gerard Rowe
• About the faculty
• Mātauranga Māori
• Meet our Staff

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

The Faculty of Engineering is seeking two proactive, service-oriented and well-organised Faculty Assistant/Receptionists. One will be based in the Auckland City Campus and one in the Newmarket campus. As part of the Faculty’s Facilities and Services Team, and reporting to the Facilities and Services Team Leader, this role plays a crucial part in the smooth running of the facility. You will also support your colleague working on the other campus on occasion, and have opportunities to support the wider team on one-off projects and during peak workload periods.

As the first port of call for visitors, students, staff, couriers and guests, you play a key role in building a welcoming atmosphere for the Faculty, helping people get where they need to go, connect with the people they may need to connect with, or remedy the issue they may have.

This is a great opportunity for someone who loves the highly customer focused environment of a reception role, and who may be interested in gaining exposure to facilities for a potential future career path.

This is a fixed-term, full-time position.

For more detailed information, please refer to the position description.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Our faculty has a strong and innovative vision for the future, delivering learning and research excellence to enable our students to thrive and succeed and become graduates who make a positive impact on their community and world around them.

Te Herenga Mātai Pūkaha | The Faculty of Engineering is large and multi-faceted, and maintains a strong culture of excellence in research and student-centric learning. The faculty is also committed to Mātauranga Māori – the unique Māori way of viewing the world – encompassing traditional knowledge and culture – and actively seeking meaningful ways to reflect this in our teaching, research, and how we work together.

Find out more about our faculty via the links below:

• Welcome from the Dean Professor Gerard Rowe
• About the faculty
• Mātauranga Māori
• Meet our Staff

He kōrero mōu | About you

As this is a customer-centric role, above all else you will genuinely enjoy supporting others, helping to make their day easier and maybe even putting a smile on their face. In addition, the following experience and skills are ideal:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Great interpersonal skills and a positive attitude
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritise competing demands
• Ability to work independently to solve problems
• Strong digital literacy, with the ability to learn new systems with ease.
• Experience in customer-facing roles, including reception, hospitality and retail.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please reach out to Melika Carlson ([email protected]) should you have any questions. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 4th April 2022 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and/or CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please state your campus preference (City or Newmarket) if you have one.

Covid-19 Vaccination

The University of Auckland is committed to protecting the health, safety and well-being of our staff and students. All students, staff and visitors need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, or medically exempt, in order to come onto our campuses or to take part in face-to-face University-managed activities. Therefore, we are only able to consider applicants who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have a New Zealand Ministry of Health issued medical exemption and evidence of this will be requested as part of your employment. You can read more about the University’s vaccination policy here.

Overseas Applicants

In accordance with our commitment to equitable recruitment, the University welcomes applications from all suitably qualified and experienced candidates. In response to COVID-19 the New Zealand Government imposed strict border restrictions but has now announced a 5-step plan for a phased reopening of Aotearoa New Zealand’s borders and welcomes the return of all nationalities.

Step 1 and 2 are complete meaning New Zealand Citizens and residents, and other eligible travellers coming from anywhere in the world will be able to travel to New Zealand as long as they meet health requirements which may include being fully vaccinated and completing pre-departure tests).

Step 3 (from 13 April 2022) Border opens to Australian citizens and permanent residents arriving from anywhere in the world

(from 2 May 2022) border opens to visitors from visa-waiver countries and existing (onshore and offshore) holders of valid visitor visas.

Step 4 (from July 2022) – border opens to Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders who earn above the New Zealand median wage (further details will be made available soon).

Step 5 (from October 2022) – The border reopens and normal visa processing resumes for all categories, including visitor and student visas, unless the visa is closed or paused.

The information above is constantly being reviewed and may have been updated by Immigration New Zealand since this advertisement was published. Please visit Immigration New Zealand or the Government’s official COVID-19 website for the most current and more detailed information.

This phased reconnection will take time, meaning the degree to which an offshore candidate can engage in the interview process; or be available to commence in a new position. The University will negotiate an appropriate start date with the successful candidate.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz