Office Manager

General Information

Job Type

Fixed Term

Category

Construction/Technical

Business

Higgins

Location

Dunedin

Job Reference

44532

Posted Date

22-Sep-2026

Closing Date

22-Oct-2026

Description

The Higgins PKH Wind Farm Team are looking for an Office Administrator / Manager to join the site-based team. You will be responsible for providing day-to-day administrative support to the project, including supporting project leadership, managing office operations, payroll administration, accounts support, reception services, and ensuring the smooth running of the site office.

What you will bring to the role:

• Previous office management, administration, payroll, or accounts experience
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Confidence communicating with stakeholders at all levels of the business
• Solid computer skills across Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with payroll, purchase orders, invoicing, and database management
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive, flexible, and positive approach to work
• Previous experience in construction, infrastructure, or project environments would be advantageous
• Experience with drawing management would be an advantage.

Come join the Green Team

• Competitive salary package
• Two-year fixed term Contract Duration
• Opportunity to be part of a major renewable energy project
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Z fuel discounts
• KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
• Exhibit the Higgins Core Values, Protect, Be Bold, Customer Leading, Better Together

Work hours are from 9am-4pm Monday - Friday. Hours can be managed with flexible working arrangements by mutual agreement.

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you'll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check - you'll need to be fit for work!

We're with you on the road ahead

Ko ttou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don't always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don't quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.