Support Services Office Lead

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Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital, Support Services Group

Fixed term, Full-time 80 hours per fortnight (1 FTE)

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Support Services Office Lead, youll provide high-level PA and administrative support to the General Manager of the Support Services Group, helping to deliver safe, equitable, and efficient healthcare services across Hawkes Bay. This is a dynamic and trusted role where youll manage sensitive information, coordinate strategic initiatives, and act as a key liaison between internal teams and external partners.

Your day will involve diary and email management, coordinating meetings and events, supporting recruitment and onboarding, and overseeing financial and reporting processes. Youll also play a vital role in driving continuous improvement, supporting leadership teams, and ensuring the smooth running of office operations.

About the Team / Service / Location

Youll be part of the Health and Specialist Services team within Health New Zealand Hawkes Bay, working closely with the General Manager and Support Services Leadership Team. The team is committed to delivering high-quality, person- and whanau-centred care. With strong connections across operational, clinical, and corporate services, this is a collaborative and fast-paced environment where your organisational skills and proactive mindset will be highly valued.

Hawkes Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about, clickHEREto take a closer look at what Hawkes Bay has to offer.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will bring :

Extensive experience in a PA or office management role supporting senior leaders.

Strong skills in Microsoft Office, financial systems, and meeting coordination.

Proven ability to manage confidential information and build relationships across all levels.

Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.

A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and commitment to equity and Maori engagement.

Desirable : Experience working in a health setting.

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To review the position profile, clickHERETo apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lynda Mockett via email

• or mobile 027 250 5980.

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