Administrator

Administrator


Company
Heritage Lifecare
Location
Christchurch City, Canterbury, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
Full TimeApplication Closes 19 Jul 2026 Canterbury - Christchurch CityOffice and Administrative Support WorkerJoin our team at Rosewood Lifecare to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents.Rosewood Lifecare is a 64 bed Care Home located in Linwood, Christchurch. Our team comes from all around the world and are open and welcoming to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. But we are all connected in our Heritage community by our passion for caring and empathy.About UsHeritage Lifecare is one of the leading and largest aged care providers in New Zealand, and the largest dementia provider. We are a fast growing, dynamic organisation with 42 care homes and 20 villages from Whangarei to Invercargill, with an abundance of opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a caring community and have a supporting and nurturing culture; we are whānau.About Our RoleRosewood Lifecare, located in North LinwoodPermanent Full-Time (40 hours per week)Monday to FridayWe have a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented and personable Administrator with a passion for caring for others and a flair for sales. In this varied role, you’ll support our Care Home and Village Manager with day-to-day operations, sales of Village Units and Apartments, and general administration. Your responsibilities will include welcoming visitors, answering phone queries, supporting prospective residents through the sales process, processing paperwork, and assisting with staff recruitment. You’ll play a key role in creating a warm, professional, and supportive environment for residents, families, and staff. With your compassionate attitude, strong people skills, and ability to multitask, you’ll help build a vibrant community and make a meaningful difference every day.Your Skills And ExperiencePrevious administration experience in a fast-paced and busy environmentAbility to build positive professional relationships with residents, staff, visitors, and external stakeholdersExcellent time management skills with the ability to problem-solve effectivelyExperience with invoicing and on-charging processes, or the ability to learn desirableGood verbal and written communication skills Has a proven track record in sales, ideally in property, lifestyle villages, or customer-facing industries A confident, customer-focused approach to sales Ability to work as part of a team and independentlyHigh-level computer literacy with the ability to learn new systems and processes quicklyUnderstanding of Nga Paerewa sectors standards and applying the Treaty of Waitangi standards in the workplace. What’s In It For YouWork for one of the most progressive aged care companies in New Zealand.Competitive pay scale based on skills & experience.Opportunities for professional development and advancement.Supportive and collaborative work environment.Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.Join UsSubmit an online application today by selecting the ‘Apply’ linkHeritage Lifecare fosters an environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date.Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Therefore, we may be unable to support a visa application for this role. administrator-(14)-(1).pdf

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