Recruitment Coordinator (Fixed Term)

• Fixed Term role from March – 30 June 2026
• Fulltime Wellington based role
• $65,070 to $75,981 (pro-rata)

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.

Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata.

He angitūtanga | About the role

Our recruitment team help support important conservation mahi across Aotearoa. Due to an internal movement, we’re looking for a versatile Recruitment Coordinator with experience in Recruitment and/or Human Resources who enjoys working in a positive, high‑volume team environment to join our distributed team. This is a short term, fixed term role great for someone wanting to build their skills and contribute to conservation outcomes.

In this role, you will:

• Manage recruitment activity in Workday
• Coordinate onboarding, including generating offer letters and employment documentation
• Arrange and review pre‑employment checks and coordinate vetting
• Support interview scheduling
• Support candidates and new starters with their recruitment journey
• Provide advice to hiring managers throughout the recruitment process
• Work in a distributed, fun and organised team environment

To view a copy of the role description, click the following link: Role Description

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

You’ll bring professionalism, energy, and proven experience in HR or recruitment, ideally with exposure to onboarding and vetting. You’ll be confident juggling a varied workload and providing hands‑on support to managers, candidates and colleagues.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Previous recruitment coordination and onboarding experience
• Familiarity with HR databases and applicant tracking systems
• Strong time‑management and prioritisation skills
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities
• A decisive, action‑oriented approach and comfort in a fast‑paced environment
• A collaborative mindset and adaptability
• A passion for Te Papa Atawhai’s Kaupapa, with understanding of Māori Tikanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi

He aha ngā pāinga mōu? | What’s in it for you?

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow.  We’re working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.  You can learn more about what we offer here.

We support flexible work arrangements for our kaimahi who are working in a wide variety of roles and locations across Aotearoa. Flexible options will be considered based on your role and in discussion with your leader.

Tono ināianei | Apply now 

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

The salary range for this position is $65,070 - $75,981 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory to be considered– this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role. 

Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday, 24 February 2026.

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Emily Kraakman, Team Lead Recruitment Coordination on [email protected]