Office and Travel Operations Lead - Auckland
Date: 16 Feb 2026
Location: Auckland, NZ, 1010
Company: New Zealand Rugby Union Incorporated
About The Role
Location: Auckland (office-based)
Full-time, Permanent
We’re looking for a service superstar to run our Auckland office and travel logistics, keeping everything smooth so our people can thrive.
Be the engine behind a high-performing workplace. In this role, you’ll lead facilities in our Auckland office, ensuring all runs smoothly and safely, coordinate onboarding and special events, and manage complex (mainly international) travel for Auckland-based leaders. As the go-to person on site, you’ll partner with suppliers and internal teams to deliver seamless operations, great experiences for staff and visitors, and drive strong compliance, health & safety, and budget discipline.
We’re looking for someone who has:
• Proven experience in leading facilities management and project coordination, including events and workshops
• Knowledge of and experience with managing complex travel booking processes
• A proactive, self-starting approach with sound judgement and problem-solving ability and a keen focus on process improvement
• Strong organisational skills, tech confidence and sharp attention to detail
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to uphold process, and build great relationships
• A calm, professional style and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
About Us
At NZR, we love what we do, we work hard and have fun! You’ll be joining a team of awesome people who are passionate about the game and each other, and you’ll be backed with support to thrive in your role.
We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to improving our cultural responsiveness. We embrace and respect each other’s values, and we are so proud to be Rainbow Tick certified. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life.
What We Offer (Benefits)
• Learn & Grow Your Career
• Receive Rugby Tickets | Sports Apparel | Discounts
• Wellbeing | 5 weeks Annual Leave | Social Club
Apply Now
If you are looking to join a fantastic group of people and think you have what it takes, then don’t delay, submit your CV and cover letter now! Don’t wait until the closing date to apply as we will be reviewing applications as we go.
Applications close at 5:00pm, Wednesday 25 February. For a copy of the position desciption, click here
>> To be considered for this position you must be legally entitled to work in Aotearoa New Zealand and obtain a clear MOJ check.
Studies have shown that people from under-represented backgrounds, including women, are less likely to apply for roles where they don't match the job description criteria exactly. If you're excited about this role and think you have what it takes, but your experience doesn't align 100%, we still want to hear from you and would encourage you to apply.
Our recruitment process is fair and inclusive and we encourage our applicants to let us know if we can make it more user-friendly for them. We value diverse perspectives and the contribution every one of our people makes to our culture. Put simply - you can be yourself here.