Careers

Mō MetService – About MetService

For over 150 years MetService has kept New Zealanders informed, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. With a global reputation for using science and technology to creatively solve weather challenges and deliver scientific meteorological services and products, MetService has been recognised as one of New Zealand’s most trusted public-sector organisations.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

MetService has undertaken a project to replace its payroll and HR system. This role will be central to the success of the project by providing expertise and support for migration of data; assisting with the configuration and testing of the new system; and taking the lead on reporting and documentation.  

The role involves:

• Configuration and testing of the new system
• Successful migration of data from the old system to the new
• Reporting and data extraction of the new system
• User documentation and end user support

He kōrero mōu – About you

• An appropriate tertiary qualification and at least 2 years business experience. 
• Strong analytical skills and experience. In particular, working with Excel. 
• A solid understanding and practical knowledge of the payroll process and life cycle 
• Has experience of working as part of a payroll upgrade project. 
• An understanding of or prior experience of working with Preceda and / or iChris. 
• Excellent problem solving, attention to detail and documentation skills. 
• Ability to reconcile differences in large data sets and identify corrective measures. 
• Demonstrate ability to keep records and information confidential as well as properly maintained. 
• Operates with a high degree of accuracy. 
• Employs a team player and can-do attitude. Ready and willing to contribute to a team effort. 
• Strong communication skills. Must be able to keep various stakeholders informed via appropriate and timely communication. 

Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina I a koe - Why you should join our team

We enjoy achieving, we appreciate creativity, and we recognise everyone’s unique skills and qualities. This allows us to be passionate about what we do; and to deliver products and services that have positive outcomes for our commercial customers and the people of New Zealand.

Me pēhea te tono - How to apply?

For more information about the role, please read the job description.

Note: Please apply as soon as possible. We will review applications and schedule interviews as they are received. The role may close early if a successful candidate is found.

Please click here to apply via Seek to be considered for the role.

Applicants for the role should have New Zealand citizenship/residency or hold a valid New Zealand work visa.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at recruitment@metservice.com

 

Applications close: Sunday, 20 April 2025

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