Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university, with a turnover of $1.3bn, including research revenue of over $300m generated across eight diverse faculties and two research institutes. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 45,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.
Our mission and values place a strong emphasis on both our student body and our scholarly community, and we work with both community and enterprise to advance the well-being of the peoples of Auckland and New Zealand, with a clear commitment to pursuing sustainability.
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
The role of Customer Service Representative within the Staff Service Centre at The University of Auckland is a pivotal position that will give you unrivalled exposure to the breadth of the University’s operations and successes.
- Deliver excellent quality service, assistance and precise topical information to the University’s staff and other stakeholders
- Provide accurate information every time, and then ensuring all service requests are documented to a high standard
- Work within and contribute to our enthusiastic and energetic team spirit
This is Permanent, full-time (37.5 per week) position.
For more detailed information, please refer to the position description.
The salary will be between $50,000 and $52,000 per annum and will be dependent on experience.
About the team | Mō tō mātou rōpū
The team you will be joining is a strong, supportive unit that is constantly striving for continuous improvement. We collaborate and work together to achieve our goals and ensure a great customer experience.
It would also be advantageous to have:
- Experience within a Call Centre
- O365 Exchange and Active Directory experience
- An understanding of ServiceNow or Service Cloud functionalities
- Advantageous, experience within a call centre
About you | He kōrero mōu
Although experience within a similar environment would be beneficial, it is more important that you bring a great attitude, with the ability to roll up your sleeves and deliver an exceptional experience to our customers. You will be calm under pressure and able to work in a fast-paced, volume-driven environment.
Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills with great listening and interpretation skills.
- Ability to learn new systems, software and procedures quickly.
- Be a team player.
- Have the ability to identify areas for continuous improvement and efficiency.
This position is rostered. Our standard business hours are between 7.30 am to 6.00 pm Monday to Friday. We work 7.5 hours a day and start times will vary to accommodate operational demands.
Additional Information
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:
- Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
- Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
- A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.
For more information,please visit Staff Benefits.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 10 September 2023 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to Selina Battista, SSC Team Lead, via s.battista@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
Additional information
Overseas Applicants
In accordance with our commitment to equitable recruitment, the University welcomes applications from all suitably qualified and experienced candidates. In response to COVID-19 the New Zealand Government has imposed a travel ban and are currently only allowing New Zealand Residents, Citizens and visa holders meeting a strict exception policy to enter the country, all of whom must currently enter Government approved quarantine for seven days on arrival.
It is uncertain when these border restrictions will change, and this may impact the degree to which an offshore candidate can engage in the interview process; or be available to commence in a new
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
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