Senior Business Support Officer

Hastingslibraries; Hastings; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government department in Hastings is seeking a Senior Business Support Officer. This role involves leading the Business Support team while managing administrative tasks across various departments. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience, advanced skills in Microsoft Office, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a vibrant community focused on growth and support. Apply now to join this dynamic team!

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading or supervising staff.
• Strong people leadership skills focused on development.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support across departments.
• Coordinate workflows, priorities, and reporting requirements.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation.

Skills

People leadership skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Clear communication

Job description

Welcome to Heretaunga, the area renowned for its rich and fertile landscape that is sustained by its life-giving dews and waterways. Welcome to Heretaunga, whose beauty is observed by the sharp eye of the harrier hawk; a landscape rich in history and with an esteemed legacy of caring and providing for its inhabitants.

We’re looking for an energetic and experienced Senior Business Support Officer to support our Infrastructure and, Parks and Cemeteries Group at Hastings District Council.

In this senior role, you’ll lead the Business Support team—providing direction, oversight, and high-quality administrative support across Infrastructure and Waste, Parks and Cemeteries. You’ll play a key role in keeping the business running smoothly while supporting your team to grow and succeed.

In this role, you will:

• Provide high-level administrative support across Infrastructure and Waste, Parks and Cemeteries
• Coordinate workflows, priorities, and reporting requirements
• Build strong relationships across the organisation
• Maintain accurate systems, processes, and documentation

Ōu wheako – About you

To succeed in this role you will:

• Have proven experience leading or supervising staff
• Have strong people leadership skills with a focus on development and capability building
• Have advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher and Copilot
• Have excellent time management and organisational skills
• Be a clear, confident communicator with a collaborative working style
• Be able to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Have a positive attitude and a good sense of humour

Situated in the heart of Ngāti Kahungunu, the Hastings district and Hawke’s Bay offer an enjoyable environment in which to live, work and play. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. Are you keen to be a part of our journey?

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Please Note: Due to the highly competitive employment market, our vacancy close date may be subject to change if a suitable candidate is found, so don't delay in making your application.