The role

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Support Assistant - Building Processing

Part time (.08)

Whangarei, New Zealand

Reference: 6739553

About Us
At WDC, we offer awesome employment opportunities, do our best to help team members succeed, we provide flexible working arrangements, support for ongoing learning and/or professional development. We are also thrilled to have moved into our new, purpose-built Civic Centre!

About the role
You will be a motivated administrator who thrives in a busy, fast paced environment. Our team do all the background work to ensure an effective and efficient building consent application process, so you can imagine we are pretty busy! Each day is a little different but typically you will be liaising with clients via phone, preparing invoices/refunds, releasing and distributing building consents upon meeting the required conditions to name a few duties.

About you
To be successful in this position you will have demonstrated customer service experience. In addition, you will bring excellent multi-tasking and administrative skills along with the ability to always maintain a high level of accuracy whether inputting data or preparing statistical reports. This position also requires an excellent telephone manner and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Strong computer, word processing, invoicing and excel skills are essential as well as a proven track record in working successfully as part of a team. If you have Building Warrant of Fitness (BWOF) experience, this would hold you in high regard.

How to apply?
There's a lot that'll make you 'Love it Here!' and we are eager to hear from people who would like to know more about this exciting opportunity. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply - your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience and capabilities.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact People and Capability team on: (09) 430 4200 or 0800 932 463.


Applications Close: 26 Mar 2025


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