Administrator
| Company | Kingston & Kemp Ltd |
| Location | Horowhenua, Manawatu / Whanganui |
| Listed | Fri 26 Jun, 3:41 pm |
| Type | Full time, Permanent |
The Role
The administrator is responsible for providing administrative support to the plumbing operations & finance team, ensuring efficient coordination of jobs, customer communications, and office processes. This role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a high volume of emails, phone calls, and scheduling tasks in a fast-paced environment. Depending on applicant there could be growth into other positions
Key Responsibilities
• Manage incoming phone calls, emails, and general office correspondence.
• Schedule plumbing maintenance, service & installation jobs on Simpro System
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and subcontractors
• Monitor job progress and support technicians with administrative requirements.
• Escalate urgent customer concerns to the appropriate team members when required
• Maintain accurate job records and customer databases.
• Coordinate ordering of stocked materials and supplier communications.
• Complete compliance documentation for gas, backflow testing & council consents.
• Assist with Health & Safety documentation and compliance requirements
• Provide supplier purchase orders when requested & provide report of open sales
• Provide general administrative support to management, operational and financial teams.
Skills and Experience
• Previous experience in an administration, customer services
• Experience in the plumbing, trades, construction, or maintenance industry would be an advantage but not a necessity.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and job management system
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational, time management and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Key Attributes
• Professional and courteous communication style.
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude.
The role is ideal for someone who enjoys coordinating multiple tasks, communicating with customers and technicians, and managing email correspondence efficiently to support a busy plumbing business
What We Offer
• Competitive salary package.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Stable, long-term employment with a growing company.
• Opportunity to contribute to the success of a respected trade services business.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role to admin@kingstonkemp.co.nz.
Applications close: 23rd July 2026
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Join our team and help keep our plumbing operations running efficiently while delivering exceptional service to our customers.
The administrator is responsible for providing administrative support to the plumbing operations & finance team, ensuring efficient coordination of jobs, customer communications, and office processes. This role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a high volume of emails, phone calls, and scheduling tasks in a fast-paced environment. Depending on applicant there could be growth into other positions
Key Responsibilities
• Manage incoming phone calls, emails, and general office correspondence.
• Schedule plumbing maintenance, service & installation jobs on Simpro System
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and subcontractors
• Monitor job progress and support technicians with administrative requirements.
• Escalate urgent customer concerns to the appropriate team members when required
• Maintain accurate job records and customer databases.
• Coordinate ordering of stocked materials and supplier communications.
• Complete compliance documentation for gas, backflow testing & council consents.
• Assist with Health & Safety documentation and compliance requirements
• Provide supplier purchase orders when requested & provide report of open sales
• Provide general administrative support to management, operational and financial teams.
Skills and Experience
• Previous experience in an administration, customer services
• Experience in the plumbing, trades, construction, or maintenance industry would be an advantage but not a necessity.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and job management system
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational, time management and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Key Attributes
• Professional and courteous communication style.
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude.
The role is ideal for someone who enjoys coordinating multiple tasks, communicating with customers and technicians, and managing email correspondence efficiently to support a busy plumbing business
What We Offer
• Competitive salary package.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Stable, long-term employment with a growing company.
• Opportunity to contribute to the success of a respected trade services business.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role to admin@kingstonkemp.co.nz.
Applications close: 23rd July 2026
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Join our team and help keep our plumbing operations running efficiently while delivering exceptional service to our customers.
