Job Description
Work from where you are
Permanent, full-time role
Step into a team that's helping build the future of healthcare for New Zealanders.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.
We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations — from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.
Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.
About the Role
Health New Zealand is investing in the development of a strong National Office Recruitment function, designed to become a centre of excellence for corporate recruitment. By enhancing our expertise and consolidating best‑practice approaches, we are building a team that delivers exceptional recruitment outcomes across areas including ICT, HR, and Procurement. This period of transformation offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the foundations of a modern, future‑ready organisation.
We are seeking an organised, proactive coordinator who thrives in a fast‑paced recruitment environment. You take pride in delivering timely, accurate, and reliable support that helps recruiters and hiring managers deliver a seamless experience for candidates.
You enjoy being the go‑to person for keeping processes running smoothly, from scheduling and documentation to system updates and communication. Detail‑focused and efficient, you bring structure, clarity, and calm to a busy recruitment team.
You're someone who builds great relationships, communicates clearly, and genuinely cares about creating a positive experience for everyone involved. Your ability to juggle multiple priorities while maintaining high standards ensures the recruitment function operates at its best.
About you
You will bring at least 12 months of experience in recruitment or general administration, along with strong proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite. Highly organised and detail‑focused, you can meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and delivering high‑quality information. Your excellent written and verbal communication skills enable you to work confidently with people at all levels. You'll be someone who builds and maintains effective relationships, adapts quickly to changing needs, and uses initiative to improve processes and develop new systems. Demonstrating a methodical, proactive approach to your work, you will be able to establish positive working relationships across the public and private sectors, related industries, community groups, and wider national and international networks.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply, please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 11:59PM Wednesday the 04th of February 2026. For further information, please contact Samantha van der Merwe on [email protected]
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority for this position.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
Permanent, full-time role
Step into a team that's helping build the future of healthcare for New Zealanders.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.
We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations — from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.
Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.
About the Role
Health New Zealand is investing in the development of a strong National Office Recruitment function, designed to become a centre of excellence for corporate recruitment. By enhancing our expertise and consolidating best‑practice approaches, we are building a team that delivers exceptional recruitment outcomes across areas including ICT, HR, and Procurement. This period of transformation offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the foundations of a modern, future‑ready organisation.
We are seeking an organised, proactive coordinator who thrives in a fast‑paced recruitment environment. You take pride in delivering timely, accurate, and reliable support that helps recruiters and hiring managers deliver a seamless experience for candidates.
You enjoy being the go‑to person for keeping processes running smoothly, from scheduling and documentation to system updates and communication. Detail‑focused and efficient, you bring structure, clarity, and calm to a busy recruitment team.
You're someone who builds great relationships, communicates clearly, and genuinely cares about creating a positive experience for everyone involved. Your ability to juggle multiple priorities while maintaining high standards ensures the recruitment function operates at its best.
About you
You will bring at least 12 months of experience in recruitment or general administration, along with strong proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite. Highly organised and detail‑focused, you can meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and delivering high‑quality information. Your excellent written and verbal communication skills enable you to work confidently with people at all levels. You'll be someone who builds and maintains effective relationships, adapts quickly to changing needs, and uses initiative to improve processes and develop new systems. Demonstrating a methodical, proactive approach to your work, you will be able to establish positive working relationships across the public and private sectors, related industries, community groups, and wider national and international networks.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply, please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 11:59PM Wednesday the 04th of February 2026. For further information, please contact Samantha van der Merwe on [email protected]
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority for this position.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Recruitment Coordinator - National Office position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Athenree offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
