Student Support Technician

• Support a diverse student community across three campuses – make a direct impact on students’ university experience
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team – Work alongside colleagues in a positive and engaging environment.
• Permanent, full-time role based at AUT City, North and South Campus

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand's newest university and one of its most distinctive. Centred on students and grounded in knowledge that works, AUT is 5-star rated by QS, with more than 27,000 students and 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. It's a place of real opportunity, where the values of Pono, Tika and Aroha shape how talented, progressive people work together – and you'll feel that in the culture, in the collaboration and in the difference the work makes for students, communities and the world.

Our community is stronger because of the role Te Tiriti plays in how we operate, and because Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership and contribution are central to who we are. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

AUT’s award-winning ICT Services are at the heart of the university’s digital future, delivering secure, reliable, and innovative technology services that support world-class teaching, research, and student experiences. Spanning enterprise systems, digital platforms, infrastructure, data and analytics, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and customer focused support, the directorate works in close partnership with academic and professional teams to drive meaningful change. With close to 150 staff, ICT Services are committed to contributing to AUT's undertaking of preparing future-ready graduates. They are responsible for the technology that supports educators, researchers and students, in New Zealand's only University of Technology. They offer talented technologists the opportunity to work at scale, and contribute to a values-led organisation that invests in its people, embraces innovation, and is shaping a more connected, future-focused AUT.

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

ICT Services are seeking a self-motivated professional to join our team to provide ICT support to students across all 3 campuses. This role plays an integral part in the success of the University’s Information Technology Support structure and the successful candidates will be relied upon to provide first class customer service, along with accurate and educated computer assistance.

The position has a high degree of face-to-face client contact and the successful applicants will have highly developed customer service skills in a multicultural environment with strong English language abilities. The successful applicants will have:

• Knowledge of MS Office software in a Windows and Mac OS environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Good problem-solving skills; ability to think around problems and come up with solutions.
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise work, based on customer demand, in order to accomplish quality work in an effective and efficient manner.
• Ability to work independently.

This is a full-time permanent position, working 37.5 hrs/week.  The successful applicant must be willing to work rostered shifts between 8am and 11pm, Monday to Saturday.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

At AUT you’ll be part of a values-led university with a strong, caring culture, flexible working, generous annual leave and support to thrive in your role and career. We provide the tools, trust, recognition frameworks and cultural capability development programmes to help you make a meaningful contribution. Learn more about ourcompetitive benefits tailored to all staffhttps://www.aut.ac.nz/about/careers-at-aut/working-at-aut/staff-benefits.

https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/careers-at-aut/working-at-aut/staff-benefits

About you | Ko wai koe

As a professional staff member at AUT, you’ll help our university thrive by improving services, supporting students and staff and driving practical improvements across our campuses. We’re looking for people with energy, curiosity and openness to new ideas who bring a collaborative, adaptable approach and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

You’ll also bring cultural humility and respect for Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Indigenous peoples and diverse communities. Experience supporting Indigenous, equity or inclusion-focused initiatives is highly valued.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Graduate or entry-level based relevant experience
• Strong customer service skills
• Bachelor’s degree or similar level education is desirable
• A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter which a) explains why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) addresses how you feel you meet some, or all, of the key criterialisted above.

Please note - all applications must be submitted through the online application process on AUT’s careers website.

Further Information | Pārongo Anō

• Start Date: Immediate start
• Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $62,000 - $66,000per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• For further information: please send us an enquiry or call [09 921 9499](tel:09 921 9499)

Closing Date | Te rā aukati:  24 September 2026, 11:55pm

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 96584

*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week

Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.

With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.