Job Description
Published: 02/04/2026
Job Location: Wellington / New Zealand
Well established nationwide company
Competitive salary with attractive staff incentives
Supportive, dynamic team environment
Great work/life blend
StraitNZ is a unique, nationwide end-to-end network of trusted transport infrastructure. We connect New Zealand across both road and sea - with experience, versatility, and impressive capacity. Our fleet of 2 ships and over 200 trucks is supported by a nationwide network of six depots and a 450+ strong team to deliver hundreds of thousands of tonnes of freight (and passengers) weekly.
We are looking for a reliable and organised Administrator to join our team at our Wellington Branch. This is a full time, fixed term position, initially for six months but maybe extended. The days of work will be Monday to Friday between 8.00am and 5.00pm.
Key responsibilities of the position will include:
Reception duties
Data entry
Manifesting
Filing and general administration tasks
Customer service duties
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for an all-rounder who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves and support the team. You need to be:
Highly organised and able to prioritise within a busy environment
Show strong attention to detail and desire to deliver to standards of excellence
Possess high level computer literacy with Microsoft Office and Excel
A team player who is also self-motivated and can work autonomously
Engaging, professional and respectful interpersonal style of dealing with the broad range of staff and customers
Display strong verbal communication skills and specifically, a professional, articulate and polite telephone manner
Maintain a high standard of personal presentation
Experienced in dealing with customers including handling difficult customers and problem solving.
In return you will get:
To gain exposure and knowledge in the transport and logistics industry
To work with a great team of people
To be part of a growing company that values its employees
A satisfying work/life blend
If this fixed term role sounds like it could suit you and you are looking to be part of adynamic organisation that continues to make a big impact in the industry, then we want to hear from you. Please apply now, by including an up to date CV, cover letter and ensuring you complete our online application for employment form.
Please note, if successful you are required to undergo a pre-employment drug and ******* test, medical check and Ministry of Justice check as a pre-requisite to confirmation of employment with StraitNZ.
Applicants for this position must currently reside in New Zealand and have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
How to Apply:
Fill out the application form below.
Click green button - Apply Now - to submit application.
If the green button says - Continue Application Next Page - please ensure you complete the form on the next screen to complete your application.
Important:
Double check your email is entered correctly.
Application updates are sent from Chilli Factor recruitment software.
Please check your inbox (and junkmail) for application updates.
Recruitment team may text message your mobile number to update you on your job application. Text response to us costs your normal text price. Option to use Txt Free Reply.
About Us
Welcome to StraitNZ's job board! We are a group of companies made up of StraitNZ Freight Forwarding, Linehaul and Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries.
StraitNZ is a unique, nationwide end-to-end transport service connecting New Zealand across both road and sea. Our fleet of two ships and over 200 trucks are supported by a nationwide network of depots and agents and a 450+ strong team to deliver hundreds of thousands of tonnes of freight throughout the country and carry thousands of passengers across the Cook Strait every week.
If you would like to get in contact with us, feel free to email us at [email protected]
Contact
Website:
www.straitnz.co.nz
Address:
Multiple sites throughout NZ, refer to our website.,
Postal:
Phone:
2 of 5
Job Location: Wellington / New Zealand
Well established nationwide company
Competitive salary with attractive staff incentives
Supportive, dynamic team environment
Great work/life blend
StraitNZ is a unique, nationwide end-to-end network of trusted transport infrastructure. We connect New Zealand across both road and sea - with experience, versatility, and impressive capacity. Our fleet of 2 ships and over 200 trucks is supported by a nationwide network of six depots and a 450+ strong team to deliver hundreds of thousands of tonnes of freight (and passengers) weekly.
We are looking for a reliable and organised Administrator to join our team at our Wellington Branch. This is a full time, fixed term position, initially for six months but maybe extended. The days of work will be Monday to Friday between 8.00am and 5.00pm.
Key responsibilities of the position will include:
Reception duties
Data entry
Manifesting
Filing and general administration tasks
Customer service duties
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for an all-rounder who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves and support the team. You need to be:
Highly organised and able to prioritise within a busy environment
Show strong attention to detail and desire to deliver to standards of excellence
Possess high level computer literacy with Microsoft Office and Excel
A team player who is also self-motivated and can work autonomously
Engaging, professional and respectful interpersonal style of dealing with the broad range of staff and customers
Display strong verbal communication skills and specifically, a professional, articulate and polite telephone manner
Maintain a high standard of personal presentation
Experienced in dealing with customers including handling difficult customers and problem solving.
In return you will get:
To gain exposure and knowledge in the transport and logistics industry
To work with a great team of people
To be part of a growing company that values its employees
A satisfying work/life blend
If this fixed term role sounds like it could suit you and you are looking to be part of adynamic organisation that continues to make a big impact in the industry, then we want to hear from you. Please apply now, by including an up to date CV, cover letter and ensuring you complete our online application for employment form.
Please note, if successful you are required to undergo a pre-employment drug and ******* test, medical check and Ministry of Justice check as a pre-requisite to confirmation of employment with StraitNZ.
Applicants for this position must currently reside in New Zealand and have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
How to Apply:
Fill out the application form below.
Click green button - Apply Now - to submit application.
If the green button says - Continue Application Next Page - please ensure you complete the form on the next screen to complete your application.
Important:
Double check your email is entered correctly.
Application updates are sent from Chilli Factor recruitment software.
Please check your inbox (and junkmail) for application updates.
Recruitment team may text message your mobile number to update you on your job application. Text response to us costs your normal text price. Option to use Txt Free Reply.
About Us
Welcome to StraitNZ's job board! We are a group of companies made up of StraitNZ Freight Forwarding, Linehaul and Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries.
StraitNZ is a unique, nationwide end-to-end transport service connecting New Zealand across both road and sea. Our fleet of two ships and over 200 trucks are supported by a nationwide network of depots and agents and a 450+ strong team to deliver hundreds of thousands of tonnes of freight throughout the country and carry thousands of passengers across the Cook Strait every week.
If you would like to get in contact with us, feel free to email us at [email protected]
Contact
Website:
www.straitnz.co.nz
Address:
Multiple sites throughout NZ, refer to our website.,
Postal:
Phone:
2 of 5
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