Summary
Location
Christchurch
Type
OTHER
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About this role
Company Description
You can help bring our villages to life!
At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.
The way we work is guided by our values - One Team, Strong Enough to Care and Strive to Be the Best. We know it takes a collective effort to bring a village to life and help it thrive, so Summerset is a place where everyone’s uniqueness and diversity can shine.
When you’re part of the Summerset team, you belong to a place where your work has real impact, who you are is fully embraced and where your career flourishes.
Job Description
Summerset Avonhead is looking for a customer service superstar to join the team as a Receptionist on a casual contract basis!
Our Receptionist is in many ways the face of our business and as such you need to be able to relate to a wide range of people, especially the elderly and their families.
At Summerset, we value your customer service ethic as much as the technical skills you bring to the team - our culture is what sets us apart!
This is a casual contract working on an 'as and when required' basis.
What will your responsibilities be?
- Provide efficient and timely administration, management support and document control to both the Village and Care Centre
- Superb customer service at reception for our customers, the village management team and staff
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Qualifications
Who are we looking for?
- A customer service superstar with a strong administration background
- Proven abilities in providing administrative support to a management team
- Attention to detail, accuracy and time management
- Someone who is able to work independently and take initiative
- A strong communicator with people from all walks of life
Additional Information
What does Summerset have to offer?
- A friendly and supportive team
- Work where no two days are the same
- Free access to our EAP service
Due to NZ Immigration requirements, we are obliged to consider candidates that already have the right to work in NZ for this role first. Due to this we may not be able to support a visa application for this role.
The closing date for this role is 16/02/2026. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!
Other facts
About Summerset
Summerset is one of New Zealand's leading retirement village operators, and more than 8,000 New Zealanders call Summerset home. Our vibrant villages focus on bringing the best of life to our residents, and we offer a continuum of care to provide peace of mind should the care needs of our residents’ change.
Our recent expansion into Australia includes two retirement villages in development and five more in the works in Victoria.
Across Australasia Summerset provides a range of living options and care services to more than 8,000 residents and employs more than 2,800 staff. Summerset has corporate offices located in Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch and Melbourne.
We offer a range of careers, from development and design through to care, village and property management, and corporate functions such as finance and marketing.
What you'll do
- The Receptionist will provide efficient administration and management support to the Village and Care Centre. They will also deliver superb customer service at reception for customers, the village management team, and staff.
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