Engineering Support Adminstrator

Our Business

Manulife Investment Management Forest Management (NZ) Limited (MFM (NZ)) manages ~200,000 hectares of plantation forests on behalf of Manulife Investment Management Timberland and Agriculture Inc.’s (MIMTA) clients. As one of New Zealand’s largest forest management companies, we are committed to safe operations, sustainable land stewardship, and protection of soil, water, biodiversity and community values.

The Role

Our large Harvest Planning and Engineering Team plan 8,000 hectares of harvesting per annum and supervise road construction and maintenance on a network of 6,400 Kilometers.  This busy team are looking for a bright administrator whiz to support the services of the team.

Reporting to the National Harvest Planning and Engineering Manager the incumbent will assist with geographic information services (GIS) maintenance, health, safety and environmental audits as well as financial and operational administration, particularly around month end processes.  The role also administers SharePoint-based information solutions, supports contractor claims and permit processes, maintains operational datasets and reporting tools and develops practical digital improvements that strengthen data quality, accessibility and business efficiency.  Even more variety will be provided by managing specific project based operational tasks such as technology development.

What We Can Offer You

MFM (NZ) is one of New Zealand’s largest forest management companies and offers highly competitive packages.  Along with base salary and annual bonus, we also provide a suite of benefits including health insurance, trauma, income protection and life insurance, additional KiwiSaver contributions, gym subsidy, long service leave and paid parental leave.   MFM (NZ) also supports employee health and wellbeing and the importance of work/life balance and provides flexible work arrangements wherever possible.

What We’re Looking For

Most important for this role is a great attitude.  We’d like someone who can work independently but who can also be attuned to the needs of the team and use their initiative to assist others wherever possible so exceptional communication skills are a must.  The role has a substantial component of administration work so candidates need to be proficient with Microsoft applications (experience with SharePoint administration, Excel and Power Query, data reconciliation, process improvement, ArcGIS Pro, or Survey123 would be advantageous, along with the ability to support and train users in new digital tools) and be computer savvy.

Many of our IT systems are bespoke inhouse systems so an openness for learning these will be needed.  A creative thinker would be welcomed so that we can continue to improve our systems and performance.  You also need to like to have fun on the job and be committed to being part of a great team culture.

To Apply

If you’re interested to join our team, more information can be found on our website https://www.manulifeim.com/timberland/new-zealand.   Please send applications in the form of a cover letter and CV to our Human Resources Team at [email protected] by 18 October 2026.

MFM (NZ) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or age.  MFM (NZ) values diversity and inclusion and is comfortable to provide any reasonably necessary accommodation to foster such a workforce.