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Cushman & Wakefield

Trades Administrator

  • Posted 1w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Location

Hamilton

Job Description

Reporting to the Branch Manager, this role will provide administrative support to the Hamilton Trades division.

Job Description

He aha te mea nui o te ao. He tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngata
What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is people.

With a reputation for excellence in providing service and support to our customers, Cushman & Wakefield is a market leader in Facility Management and Facilities Service delivery. We have a genuine commitment to continually strengthen client relationships and raise the bar in terms of customer service and delivery outcomes.

We are currently seeking a Trades Administrator to join our Hamilton branch team. Reporting to the Branch Manager, this role will provide administrative support to the Hamilton Trades division.

About the Role:

  • Technician / Subcontractor coordination
  • Allocation of work to technicians & subcontractors – reactive, planned and project.
  • Management of PPM allocation for the Hamilton region.
  • Admin support for projects and minor works in the Hamilton region (raising PO etc.)
  • Receipt daily timesheets for Hamilton based Trade staff including leave forms.
  • Maintain PPE to acceptable levels (order stock, allocate to technicians, maintain records etc.)
  • Maintain compliance training to acceptable levels (book mandatory training, coordinate attendance with technicians, maintain records etc.
  • Maintain office supplies (stationary and sundry levels etc.)
  • Manage mail and couriers for the Hamilton branch.
  • Schedule toolbox and other meetings. Record and distribute minutes if required.
  • General administrative duties as required by Hamilton Branch Manager.
  • As the Trades Business is 24 /7, some after-hours work may be required.


About You:

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to tight deadlines.
  • Team player.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Working knowledge of JDE or a similar financial package is essential.
  • MS Office – word and Excel.


Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

  • Free Life Insurance.
  • Free Income replacement insurance.
  • Discounted Medical cover with Southern Cross.
  • Access to Marram Trust holiday / medical program.


Candidates must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.
We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

Hard Skills Required

  • Scheduling and Coordination
  • Software Proficiency
  • Data Management
  • Administrative Processes
  • PPE and Compliance Management

Soft Skills Required

  • Time Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail

Benefits and Perks

  • 💼
    Life Insurance
  • 🩺
    Health Insurance
  • 🧕
    Inclusive Workspace

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work
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