Administration Officer - Resource Recovery

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Do you have the ability to multi-task across a range of activities for a variety of individuals, all while maintaining flexibility to accomplish deadlines?

About the team | Ko te rōpū nei

Do you have the ability to multi-task across a range of activities for a variety of individuals, all while maintaining flexibility to accomplish deadlines?

The Resource Recovery team of the Transport & Waste Management unit is responsible for developing and implementing the management and maintenance of the City's solid waste strategy. An opportunity has arisen for an Administration Officer to join the team.

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

The primary purpose of this position is to operate the weighbridge system at the Burwood Landfill Site. The role involves interacting with drivers delivering material to site, assigning incoming loads to the appropriate customer account, monitoring Health and Safety as observed from the weighbridge and carrying out other general administration functions as required.

This role is based on 30 hours per week across Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Site operating times are from 7am to 5pm and the role is fixed term until the 30 June 2026 when the landfill site is expected to close.

If you enjoy working in a small team, have an attention to detail and enjoy interacting with people then this could be the role for you.

About you | Ko Koe Tēnei

You will have well-developed communication and relationship building skills, while also being able to demonstrate a proven history of working unsupervised and prioritising your tasks. Your ability to show initiative in resolving problems and developing new solutions will ensure your success as well as:

• A minimum of 3 - 4 years in a business or administration environment.
• A high level of computer literacy and experience with the Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Working knowledge / experience with the HYBRIS administrative tool.
• Advanced written and oral communication skills.

What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

Working for the Christchurch City Council allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:

• Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
• Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
• Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to community, the council provides an environment where one's skills and passions can shine, making it an exceptional choice for those seeking purpose and impact in their career.

Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero:

At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at jobs@ccc.govt.nz

Position - Fixed term until June 2026
Location - This position is primarily based at Burwood Landfill
Salary - The hourly rate for this position goes from $27.27 to $31.68 per annum based on a 40 hour week. Starting rateswill be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.