Operations Assistant - Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau, Wellington Central, New Zealand (Hybrid)

23 Mar 2026 3:24 PM | Elaine Woolstencroft (Administrator)

About us | Mō mātou
Kia ora! We’re Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau, the membership organisation for the problem-solvers, innovators and creators of Aotearoa. Our culture is supportive and flexible and our mahi is transformative. We empower our kaimahi to bring their best because that’s when we’re at our best. We are one team, stronger working together as a collective |He tira kotahi tātou, he hoehoe tahi, he tū tahi.

We are incredibly proud to be a Best Places To Work Human-Centred Impact category winner.

What we do and why we do it | Te pūtake o ā mātou mahi
The Society of Construction Contract Practitioners (SCCP) is dedicated to fostering contract administration excellence in the infrastructure and construction sectors. SCCP provides value to members from client, contractor, consultant and industry advisor organisations involved in the practical execution of construction contracts in New Zealand. Our mission is to collectively upskill practitioners involved in the initiation and execution of construction contracts and partnerships, ultimately improving construction sector outcomes, productivity, safety, sustainability, and prosperity.

SCCP is a Tech Group of Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau.

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi
As the SCCP Operations Assistant, you'll support the smooth running of SCCP’s operations and strategic initiatives. Working on a part-time basis (18.75 hours per week), you will be responsible for managing administrative tasks, coordinating meetings, and ensuring seamless communication among the SCCP’s leadership and members.

The role provides operational coordination for SCCP’s refreshed programme of work, bringing together member engagement, events, membership processes, technical content, and communications into a coherent, well-run experience for members and stakeholders. It focuses on aligning these activities so SCCP’s strategy is delivered smoothly in practice, supporting a strong digital presence, informed decision-making, and a growing, influential national community of contract practitioners.

Operational responsibilities are shared across three subcommittees – Membership, Technical, and Events & Communications.

Main responsibilities are to:

  • Provide administrative support for the SCCP Management Committee and subcommittees.
  • Assist in organizing and delivering SCCP’s event strategy, including online and in-person events.
  • Manage membership databases, communication channels, and content updates on the SCCP website.
  • Coordinate with Engineering New Zealand and leverage their support and expertise to drive successful operations.

Who we're looking for | Tā mātou e kimi nei
We’re looking for a proactive and organised individual who can work independently while collaborating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have:

  • Proven experience in administration or operations support, ideally in a professional association.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple workstreams.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).
  • Ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders and volunteer-led groups.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with volunteer leaders and a wide range of stakeholders.

We want to hear from you if you think you can bring value to the role, not because you tick every box. We want to hear about your ideas, experience and what you'll bring to deliver on our ambitions.

Working here/what you can expect | Ngā mahi kei mua i a koe
We're purpose-driven, values-led and committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace. We know we do better work if we have a diverse mix of people on our team, because engineering is for everyone and so is life at Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau.

From home office seclusion to life in the office and everywhere in between, you’ll have access to the tools, resources, collaborators, professional development, and organisational support you need to do your best work.

We offer a social, supportive and aspirational work culture. Your mental health and work-life balance are paramount to us.

We can offer you | Tā mātou e tuku ai ki a koe

  • Commitment to flexibility – whatever that looks like for you.
  • Unlimited wellbeing leave and 5 weeks annual leave.
  • A professional development budget to support your aspirations.
  • Wellbeing initiatives which include free flu shots, confidential counselling, an organisation-funded social club and subsidised onsite massages.
  • Opportunities to get involved in values-driven internal initiatives, such as our neurodiversity Initiative, waiata practice, rainbow community, and te reo Māori learning.
  • A team of dedicated colleagues who live by our values – Integrity | Te Tū Rangatira, Service | Te Ngākau Āwhina, Cooperation | Mahi Tahi, Bravery | Te Toa.
  • Bright, open and modern workspace that’s whānau friendly and close to the waterfront.
  • Accessible and gender neutral wharepaku.

Please let us know if there's anything we can do to remove barriers or support you to bring your best during the recruitment process.

Please visit our careers page for a full Position Description - https://www.engineeringnz.org/about/working-here/current-vacancies/

Apply via SEEK here.  Applications close 5pm on 2 April 2026. All applications will be acknowledged electronically and may be reviewed prior to closing date.

When applying please complete our short application form which consists of:

  • When are you available to start?
  • What is your current location?
  • What is your preferred method of working? (Office, Hybrid, Remote)
  • Eligibility to work in New Zealand

Only people with the right to work in Aotearoa may apply for this position.

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