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ACC New Zealand logoACC New Zealand

Payments Assessor Level 1

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · On-site

Entry level

Kick-start your career at ACC with opportunities to grow and developEnable our clients to focus on their rehabilitation rather than their financesPermanent roles based in Dunedin and Hamilton About us | Mō mātou ACC exis…

Skills: Decision Making, Customer Focus, Communication, Resilience, Detail Oriented

Department of Physics, University of Otago logoDepartment of Physics, University of Otago

Hauora Connector

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · On-site

$81k–$101k/yr

Mid level

__________ STUDENT WELLBEING HUB | TE POU WHIRINAKI STUDENT SERVICES | TE RATONGA ĀKONGA About our team | Mō te tīma At the University of Otago, our role is to create a supportive, vibrant, and inclusive student experien…

Skills: Relationship Building, Pastoral Care, Intercultural Communication, Case Management, Referral Writing

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise logoNew Zealand Trade and Enterprise

Customer Manager - Dunedin

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · Hybrid

Senior

Join a diverse, collaborative environment that inspires lifelong learning Enjoy hybrid working, 5 weeks annual leave, and genuine work–life balance Be supported to thrive with a strong focus on holistic wellbeing This ro…

Skills: Commercial Acumen, Relationship Management, Export Growth Strategy, International Expansion, Stakeholder Management

Department of Physics, University of Otago logoDepartment of Physics, University of Otago

Alumni Engagement Manager

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · On-site

$97k–$114k/yr

Senior

__________ DEVELOPMENT & ALUMNI RELATIONS OFFICE DIVISION OF EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT | TE RINGA TORO E kā mana, e kā reo, E kā mauka whakahī, E kā awaawa, E kā pātaka o kā taoka tuku iho, tēnā koutou. Nāia te reo rāhiri o Ta…

Skills: Stakeholder Management, Relationship Management, People Leadership, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis

Department of Physics, University of Otago logoDepartment of Physics, University of Otago

Alumni Engagement Manager

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · On-site

$97k–$114k/yr

Senior

__________ DEVELOPMENT & ALUMNI RELATIONS OFFICE DIVISION OF EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT | TE RINGA TORO E kā mana, e kā reo, E kā mauka whakahī, E kā awaawa, E kā pātaka o kā taoka tuku iho, tēnā koutou. Nāia te reo rāhiri o Ta…

Skills: Stakeholder Management, Relationship Management, People Leadership, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis

Department of Physics, University of Otago logoDepartment of Physics, University of Otago

Alumni Engagement Manager

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · On-site

$97k–$114k/yr

Senior

__________ DEVELOPMENT & ALUMNI RELATIONS OFFICE DIVISION OF EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT | TE RINGA TORO E kā mana, e kā reo, E kā mauka whakahī, E kā awaawa, E kā pātaka o kā taoka tuku iho, tēnā koutou. Nāia te reo rāhiri o Ta…

Skills: Stakeholder Management, Relationship Management, People Leadership, Strategic Planning, Data-Driven Decision Making

ACC New Zealand logoACC New Zealand

Claims Assessor - Dunedin

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · On-site

Entry level

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi As a Cover Assessor you are responsible for assessing claims to make cover decisions in accordance with relevant legislation and medical information. You will be gathering information …

Skills: Information Assessment, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Decision Making, Case Management

Ministry of Education New Zealand

Business Support Officer

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · On-site

$61k–$73k/yr

Mid level

Help shape the future of Education We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of ba…

Skills: Customer Service, Administrative Support, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook

Citycare Water logoCitycare Water

Network Inspector - Dunedin

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · On-site

Mid level

Protecting the health of our water. We believe that’s worth caring about. About Us: At Citycare Water, we’re proud to be the country’s largest dedicated experts in three waters – around 600 good p…

Skills: Network Inspection, Leak Detection, Hydrant Testing, Valve Checks, Data Recording

Ministry of Social Development (MSD) logoMinistry of Social Development (MSD)

Case Manager | Kaituitui, Mosgiel

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · On-site

$70k–$84k/yr

Entry level

Ready for your next opportunity? Join our Mosgiel team and make a real difference in the heart of the Taieri community. Full-time, permanent | Monday to Friday Based at Mosgiel Service Centre This is real work that chang…

Skills: Case Management, Data Entry, Digital Literacy, Empathy, Professional Communication

Department of Conservation (DOC) logoDepartment of Conservation (DOC)

Senior Visitor Advisor/ Kaitohu Manuhiri Matua

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · Hybrid

$93k–$118k/yr

Senior

Shape how millions of visitors experience Aotearoa’s most iconic places – while safeguarding what matters most Trusted senior advisor role, working alongside leaders to turn strategy into action across the region Permane…

Skills: Visitor Management, Destination Management, Strategic Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Coaching

Hato Hone St John

Area Committee Chairperson

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · On-site

Senior

Company Description Ko wai mātou - About us: Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, our 11,000-strong team of kaimahi work across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communit…

Skills: People Leadership, Meeting Facilitation, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, Budget Management

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Payments Assessor Level 1

ACC New Zealand

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • Superannuation Scheme, Life Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, Flexible Working
  • Posted 2d ago
  • Apply by Jul 10
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Calculate and pay weekly compensation to clients recovering from injuries. Handle difficult conversations regarding over-payments and manage various payment tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

No previous payments experience is required, but candidates must possess strong decision-making and communication skills. Applicants should be resilient, detail-oriented, and comfortable using multiple technology systems.

Full job description

  • Kick-start your career at ACC with opportunities to grow and develop
  • Enable our clients to focus on their rehabilitation rather than their finances
  • Permanent roles based in Dunedin and Hamilton

 

About us | Mō mātou

ACC exists to support people - we help prevent injuries and get New Zealanders and visitors back to everyday life if they’ve had an accident.  

You can find more about ACC and the work we do here. 

 

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi  
We are recruiting for Payments Assessors, Level 1 with a set start date of Monday 14 September 2026.
We have multiple positions available that can be based at our Hamilton and Dunedin offices. 

As a Payments Assessor, you will be calculating and paying weekly compensation to our clients recovering from injuries.
Part of your role will involve some difficult conversations with our clients in relation to over-payments. While we train you on how to handle these calls and our leaders will support you where possible, it is important that you are comfortable having these types of conversations. 

This is a fast-paced role where there will be opportunities for you to continually grow and develop your skills as a Payments Assessor, increasing your expertise across several Payments tasks and learning more complex work types. 



About you | Mōu 
We’re looking for people to join our Service Delivery teams around the regions so we can continue to meet the demands of the growth in claims volumes, support change interventions underway and execute on initiatives in the Rehabilitation Performance Improvement Programme (RPIP).

You don’t need to have previous experience in Payments to join the team! Our team come from a range of backgrounds. 

We are looking for people who are:

  • Sound decision making – ability to review a wide range of information, use legislation, review risks and inform good decision making.  
  • Customer focussed - confident on the phone, quick at building rapport and able to take ownership of resolving problems for our clients.
  • Strong communicators - able to explain complex information in simple ways.
  • Resilient and self-aware - you manage your wellbeing, handle unplanned changes with composure, and bounce back from challenges. 
  • Detail oriented – able to multitask and prioritise your work in a busy and fast-paced environment.
  • Adaptable – comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, shifting priorities and work types at short notice as business needs evolve. 
  • Tech-savvy - confident navigating multiple systems, typing while talking on the phone, and using technology.

     

Working at ACC | Mō ACC 
At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It is important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that: 

  •  Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds. 
  • The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours. 
     

The appointing salary for this role will be $61,766 and we offer an additional 9% superannuation contribution. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous superannuation scheme with features like 0% contribution required by you, optional life and income protection insurance, and the flexibility to change to a locked plan at any time, ensuring your financial security now and in retirement.  

 

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 
Please attach your updated CV and a cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what you would bring to the role.  
Applications will close at 11pm on Sunday 10 May 2026 however please note that if an ideal candidate is found during this time we will move forward with screening and interviewing sooner. 

Applications can only be accepted when submitted through our ACC Career Website. If you encounter accessibility issues when submitting your application, or if you have any pātai (questions) about the role please email HRHelp 

 

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About ACC New Zealand

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Prevention. Care. Recovery. Helping you get back to what matters, sooner.

Industry
Government Administration
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1974
Headquarters
Wellington
LinkedIn followers
49,275

ACC NZ is an organisation quite unlike any other - in fact we are the only one of our kind in the world! At our heart is the fact we are an innovative New Zealand organisation born out of an idea - one focused on looking after the best interests of our people. So it will come as little surprise that a job with us offers an opportunity to do something that directly benefits the people of New Zealand, while also benefitting your career. There are three words that encapsulate our reason for being: prevention, care and recovery. We exist to actively minimise the chance of accidents happening. But when they do, we are here to help people with the appropriate levels of care and recovery with the aim of returning them to their normal lives faster. As you might expect, there are many people involved in making all this happen, and that's why there are many and varied career opportunities within our organisation. From Case Managers and Claims Managers to Clinical Advisors and Technical Claims Managers we offer many roles which open up a range of development avenues with ACC. What's more, we have locations around the country, all of which offer supportive, collegial workplaces. As part of the ACC's team of talented and passionate people you can also look forward to a host of benefits including flexible working options, competitive remuneration, ongoing career development opportunities, and a discounted healthcare scheme. So if ACC sounds like your type of place, let's talk today.

Offices: Wellington, Wellington, 6140, NZ

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There are currently 12 open government & public sector positions in Dunedin, New Zealand listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Government & Public Sector roles in Dunedin, New Zealand?

Companies currently hiring include Department of Physics, University of Otago, ACC New Zealand, Citycare Water, Department of Conservation (DOC), Hato Hone St John, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

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