Administration Support Officer - Stores - Mount Eden Corrections Facility

Administration Officer - Stores

Be the warm, welcoming presence for people in our care. This is an opportunity to be part of a great organisation where you will support our team at Mount Eden Corrections Facility.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Must hold a current and valid forklift licence, essential.
• Receiving and checking incoming goods against invoices or packing lists.
• Placing items in designated storage areas.
• Maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment.
• Keeping track of stock levels and locations.
• Performing regular stocktakes.
• Assisting with data entry and paperwork.
• Unloading deliveries from trucks and other vehicles.
• Inspecting items for damage or discrepancies.
• Reorganizing storage areas.
• Operating forklifts or pallet jacks to move items.
• Ensuring safety procedures are followed.
• Interacting with suppliers or customers regarding deliveries.
• Supporting with general administration as per Administration Support Officer Job Description.
• Some heavy lifting required.

This is a role with high expectations and performance standards, requiring the successful applicant to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while consistently meeting deadlines and operational requirements.

Skills and experience: The preferred candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Manaaki and respect for all that we deal with on a day-to-day basis.
• Good experience and knowledge of office administration.
• Resilience when dealing with difficult situations in changing environments and a pragmatic approach to problem solving.
• The ability to organise effectively, be adaptable, multi-task and meet deadlines.
• The ability to be a strong team player who can work collaboratively across a dynamic team of administrators.
• The ability to work with a wide range of people, from all walks of life, while maintaining a friendly and non-judgemental attitude.
• A high level of integrity and the ability to maintain privacy while working with sensitive and personal information.
• Good knowledge of computer software and database systems including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), with the ability to learn new systems quickly.

If you have the skills and experience that we are looking for and can hit the ground running, then we would love to hear from you! You will need a full New Zealand Driver Licence for this role. Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, New Zealand Resident Permit holder, Australian citizen or an Australian resident who holds a current Australian Resident Return Visa.

Salary: The salary range for this role (85%-120%) is $64,717 - $68,434 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

About us: Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, wh?nau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and wh?nau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy.

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a detailed Cover Letter (PDF) describing your motivation for joining the Department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values, your skills and attributes you bring to the role and provide examples. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered. Applications close: 24 September 2026. If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.