New Zealand Job Openings

New Zealand Government
Academic Quality Assurance & Team Administrator
Wellington
FULL TIME
October 25, 2024
- Intellectually stimulating organisation - vocational training environment
- Assist the Evaluation and Quality Specialist - work with varied stakeholders
- Contribute to ensuring our workforce can deliver a net-zero carbon future
Our core purpose is to empower the energy future for New Zealand - a future that delivers a net-zero carbon economy and a reliable and secure electricity system. As a lifeline utility with over 900 employees and an extended Service Provider whānau of more than 3,000, we are pivotal in delivering critical infrastructure nationwide.
As demand for electrification accelerates to meet climate goals, our workforce—and that of our Service Providers—must scale significantly. By 2030, we anticipate a 60-100% increase in the service providers required to maintain and develop the National Grid. Read more about our service providers here https://www.transpower.co.nz/news/transpower-awards-new-grid-service-contracts
About the team
To support this growth, The Sector Workforce Development Group, part of our People Division, is committed to defining, developing, and delivering top-tier vocational training programs that ensure our people, and those who work with us, possess the skills and capability to undertake their roles effectively and safety. The group also plays a key role in promoting transmission sector jobs and career pathways to support growth.
The team are dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of academic excellence, compliance, and operational efficiency in all training programs. By implementing thorough quality assurance processes, managing compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing administrative support, the Academic Quality team ensures the integrity and effectiveness of our educational offerings. This commitment to academic quality and streamlined administration supports the development of skilled professionals capable of maintaining the safety and reliability of our National Grid, while also promoting career pathways within the transmission sector.
About the opportunity
Based in Wellington or Palmerston North, you'll enjoy varied work as you support the quality assurance and administration functions by:
- Working closely with the Evaluation & Quality Specialist and Head of Sector Workforce to provide key support activities related to the delivery of Grid Skills | Transpower (https://www.transpower.co.nz/our-work/grid-skills) & Operational Training programmes.
- Assisting with a wide range of tasks and activities that support the delivery of training at Transpower in conjunction with the Senior Administrator and Team Administrator.
- Providing business support to the Evaluation & Quality Specialist in quality of assessment through an annual moderation programme, providing insights on potential improvements.
This is a great role for someone who loves learning, is interested in education, and wants to work at a sector level in a Category 1, Private Training Establishment!
What will you bring?
You'll be someone who enjoys working in a team environment and building relationships and maintaining trust and credibility with stakeholders. With curiosity and a love of learning, you are flexible and adaptable to changing environments and business demands.
Your CV and Cover letter will demonstrate
- Previous experience delivering in a project or programme coordination role or an extensive administration background.
- Experience of working in academic/training teams where there are customer-focused delivery outcomes.
- Proven experience and demonstrated skills in the use of the Microsoft Office suite including strong Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables etc).
- A sound understanding of national qualifications via standard setting bodies and NZQA processes.
- Strong planning, prioritisation, and execution skills as well as proven ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Experience and an understanding of te ao Māori principles and their application in the workplace and/or education environment are highly desirable.
Aotearoa is powered by the people who work here. Every home, every marae, every electric vehicle, every hospital relies on the electricity we manage and deliver. This is your opportunity to join us on a mission that affects all New Zealanders, every day and long into the future.
With over 28 nationalities, our people provide diverse perspectives, knowledge, and deep and varied experience which they love to share. Your wellbeing is supported with a generous range of employee benefits including health insurance - check them out here https://www.transpower.co.nz/about-us/careers-transpower/staff-benefits
Next steps
To join us, please review the position description via our career's website https://careers.transpower.co.nz/search and apply without delay.
Role closes Sunday 10th November 2024 however, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and you may be contacted to explore your application further or to arrange an interview prior to the close date. Reasonable accommodation is available to support your preferred start date in November or January.
Existing eligibility to work in New Zealand is required.
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