Ward Administrator - Ward 9B

Full job description
Wakari Hospital
Permanent, full-time role available
Salary band $72,035 - $75,050 - p.a pro-rata and KiwiSaver
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

The Ward Administrator helps keep Ward 9B running smoothly by providing flexible administration support to ward staff.

The role involves:

Assisting visitors/whānau to the ward
Facility and stores management
Data entry
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Clerical support and filing
Responding to requests for information
You'll work closely with other administrators and clinical teams to make sure Mental Health Act documentation is complete and submitted on time for Mental Health Act court proceedings. Join the vibrant 9B team for an exciting career journey.

About the Team/Service/Location

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

at least two years of administrative experience
a knowledge of office systems and procedures
evidence of good literacy and numeracy skills
excellent computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook (e-mail)
a typing speed above 65 words per minute
strong written and verbal communication skills
the ability to work well in a team, foster good interpersonal relationships, and a willingness to support and assist others.
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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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to apply

To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Monday, 12 January 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mikayla Hamilton mikayla.hamilton@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.