Administrator - Anaesthesia and Pain Management


Location: Wellington Regional Hospital 

Contract: Permanent, Part Time (0.8 FTE) 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role 

If you are an organised individual with excellent administration skills and experience supporting a team this interesting and varied role could be for you.  The Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management is seeking a permanent part-time customer focused Administrator to provide support to the department, and to the wider service as directed.  We require someone who can be relied upon to get the job done.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in a frontline administration role, a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and a demonstrated ability to work to deadlines and produce high-quality work.  Your multi- tasking and prioritisation skills are going to come in handy.  You will be a team player and able to juggle changing priorities. Knowledge of the health sector is desirable although not essential.

The salary band for this role is $76,000 - $84,000 (pro rata), depending on experience. 

About the Team/Service/ Location 

The Department provides Anaesthesia and Pain Management Services in the Wellington and Kenepuru Hospital. The administration team provides support to the Operations Manager, Clinical Director, clinical Head of Department and clinical Deputy Head of Department, Clinical Leaders, Senior Medical Officers, Registrars and to the wider service as directed. 

About you 

The successful applicant will have:

  • Competency in Microsoft office 
  • Skills in Calendar Management, and correspondence 
  • Experience in meeting administration including minute-taking
  • HR administration and business support
  • Proven experience in a people-facing administration role
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 26th August. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Diana Velazco (Diana.Velazcoflores@tewhatuora.govt.nz).

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

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Permanent/Part Time

Job no: SS136-26

Location: Wellington Hospital

Closing Date: Wednesday, 26 August 2026