Technical Asset Administrator

• Support a Faculty-wide asset verification project across teaching, research, clinical simulation, laboratory, workshop, office and specialist environments.
• Verify physical assets, validate and remediate asset data, and prepare a reliable dataset for migration into AUT’s enterprise asset management system, Planon.
• Fixed term, full time position across all AUT Campuses and AUTM

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 Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciencesis a vibrant, interdisciplinary academic community committed to improving health, wellbeing and environmental sustainability locally and globally. The Faculty brings together leading educators, researchers and practitioners across health sciences, public health, rehabilitation, sport and exercise science, food science, chemistry, biology, biomedical science, and environmental science, with a strong emphasis on applied learning and real-world impact. Staff benefit from close links with industry, iwi, communities and government, opportunities for collaborative and translational research, and a culture that values innovation, equity and social responsibility. The Faculty offers an engaging, supportive environment for talented academics who want their teaching and research to make a meaningful difference in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.

The**Opportunity|TeWhiwhinga**mahi

This role supports the successful delivery of the FHES Asset Register Verification Project by undertaking physical asset verification, asset data validation and register remediation activities across AUT campuses. You will systematically verify the existence, location, condition and key identifying information of Faculty-owned assets across teaching, research, clinical simulation, laboratory, workshop, office and specialist environments. Working with Technical Services, School Managers, Lab Managers and University stakeholders, you will improve the completeness, accuracy and consistency of asset information and prepare a reliable dataset for migration into Planon. The role reports to the Senior Manager – Technical Services and works closely with Faculty Technical Services teams, School Managers, ICT Services, central University services, Estates, Security, People and Culture, School and Department Coordinators, Heads of Schools and Departments, the Planon Team, vendors, service providers and verification contractors.

What we offer**|Ngāāhuatangakeia**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**|Kowai**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:

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Knowledge of scientific or specialist equipment and familiarity with laboratory environments; experience in asset verification, inventory management, equipment stocktakes, asset registers, asset data quality, technical administration, laboratory support or facilities coordination; experience using Microsoft Office, Excel, databases, asset management systems and structured data capture; and experience maintaining accurate records, working independently, managing competing priorities and engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Experience working within universities, research organisations, healthcare, scientific laboratories or clinical simulation environments; experience using Planon, TechnologyOne, SAP or other Enterprise Asset Management systems; and knowledge of asset lifecycle management, scientific or specialist equipment and laboratory environments.
• No specific professional registration requirement is stated in the Position Description.
• A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey.

How to apply**|Mepēheatetuku**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**|PārongoAnō**

• **Start Date:**TBC
• Salary**Ranges|NgāUtu:**$62,000 - $81,000 per 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 |Terā***aukati:**14 September 2026, 11:55pm

**Job Reference |TohutoroMahi:**96498

*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week

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