Support Officer | Wellington City

Job Description

Support Officer 2x roles

Role type: Permanent, full-time

Location: Wellington City

General Salary band & range: H $60,750 to $70,402 depending on skills and experience

About the Role - Kōrero mō te Tūranga

The Ministry for Primary Industries is seeking two administration professionals to support Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service.

The Support officer plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of Te Uru Rākau by delivering consistent, customer-focused administrative and logistical support.

On a daily basis, this role will coordinate meetings, assist with document preparation, act as superusers for MPI corporate systems, help staff navigate tools and processes, and manage purchase orders, travel arrangements, and internal communications.

A key focus of this role is workflow coordination—ensuring tasks, meetings, and processes run smoothly across the branch – including:

• Coordinate workflows and ensure timely delivery of support services
•  Book meetings, take minutes, and arrange rooms,
• Arrange domestic travel for staff
• Assist with document preparation and internal communications
•  Act as superusers for MPI systems, supporting staff with access and use
•  Receive and process invoices, purchase orders and mail
  
  

About You - Mōu

We're looking for someone who is adaptable, willing to learn, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment.

Our ideal candidate is:

• Collaborative – enjoys working with others and contributes positively to team culture.
• Organised and proactive – able to manage tasks, prioritise effectively, and follow through.
• Customer-focused – committed to delivering a great experience in every interaction.
• Comfortable with technology – familiar with Microsoft Office tools (like Outlook, Word, Excel), and open to learning new systems.
• Detail-oriented – pays attention to the little things that make a big difference.
• A clear communicator – able to build strong working relationships with colleagues across different teams.

About the Team - Mō tō mātou Rōpū

The Business Support and Office of the Deputy Director-General (ODDG) team supports the DDG of Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service.The team includes Support Officers, a Business Support Officer, Project Coordinators, a Coordinator, an Adviser, and Senior Advisers.

We are a collaborative, high-performing team that values diverse perspectives, open communication, and shared problem-solving.  We work closely with leaders and staff across the branch to ensure the delivery of seamless operational support.

About MPI - Mō te Manatū Ahu Matua

We're passionate about growing prosperity in the sector while ensuring respect for Kaitiaki – guardianship of our natural resources.

Benefits of working at MPI - Ngā hua o te mahi i te Manatū Ahu Matua  

• Additional MPI leave days
• Annual Wellness payment
• Reduced premiums for Group Healthcare Schemes

Are you ready to make a difference? - Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi whaitake?

We are committed to being a good partner under Te Tiriti o Waitangi which includes working closely with iwi, hapū, whānau and hāpori.

We aspire to reflect the diverse communities we serve, so we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, and identities. As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatū Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.

In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes, and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.

To view the position description and/or apply online, please click “APPLY FOR THIS JOB” or visit the MPI Careers Site. To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it – click here to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 21 September 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please email Guy.kershaw@mpi.govt.nz 

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