Closing date: Friday 17 October 2025
Unite has a vacancy for a permanent union organiser based in Auckland or Waikato.
The successful applicant will primarily be recruiting and organising workers in the Hospitality
sector. This is a full time role (40 hours per week), but applicants wanting to job-share or
wanting less than full-time hours may be considered.
We are looking for applicants with:
- A strong commitment to working people and the union movement.
- An ability to improve the quality of Unite members’ working lives.
- The skills to develop and support members and delegates in dealing with issues
impacting on their working lives. - The ability to directly recruit new union members and support delegate
recruitment on worksites. - Negotiation skills are an advantage, however training will be provided.
- Excellent communication, advocacy and leadership skills.
- Good computer and social media skills.
- An ability to work accurately and efficiently under pressure, both independently
and as part of a team. - A current full driver’s licence (or significant progress towards a full licence).
- Skills and experience with migrant and/or young workers would be an advantage.
There are a number of options available for work transport, including reimbursement
for the use of a personal vehicle, financial assistance to purchase a suitable vehicle
and provision of union vehicle.
Terms and conditions are offered in accordance with the Unite Staff Employment
Agreement. Unite is an accredited Living Wage employer.
Please apply in writing (by email preferred), including a CV and contact details for up
to three referees by 5pm Monday 17th October 2025.
Applications and requests for more information can be sent to:
Shanna Olsen-Reeder
shanna@unite.org.nz
Phone 029 445 5703
PO Box 41211, St Lukes, Auckland 1346
Contact person: shanna@unite.org.nz