Fixed-term Customer Service Representative - Invercargill at Westpac New Zealand

Invercargill City, Southland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Administration, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Time Management, Digital Platforms Navigation, Proactive Attitude, Solution Oriented

Industry

Banking

Description

Fixed-term Customer Service Representative, Invercargill Invercargill Branch Full time, fixed term for up to 7 months Monday to Friday Mō te tūranga | About the Role Kickstart Your Banking Career – we’re offering an exciting 7 month fixed-term role to cover parental leave. Creating Better Futures Together. This is who we are, what we do, and why we come to work every day. As a Customer Service Representative, you'll be the frontline expert for our customers, connecting with them in moments that matter. You can expect a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with a steady stream of varied and sometimes challenging customer queries. You'll provide timely and accurate solutions for things like online banking issues, card disputes, as well as complex AML or other regulatory matters, often under tight deadlines. Face-to-face customer interactions will require you to think on your feet, remain composed under pressure, and consistently deliver a positive, professional experience. Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? We’re looking for customer-focused individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to learn and grow. If you're confident speaking with customers over the phone, quick to pick up new systems, and enjoy helping people navigate digital platforms, we’d love to hear from you. What we’re looking for: Proven experience in customer service or administration (minimum 2+ years preferred) Comfortable working in person or over the phone and engaging with customers in a friendly, solution-oriented manner Quick learner with a proactive attitude and a willingness to adapt to change Tech-savvy and confident using digital tools to support customer needs Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine passion for helping others Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic, evolving environment Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac As well as immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you’ll be offered some of the best banking, and lifestyle benefits in the market along with: 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme Career growth – we promote internal capability; we have programmes that recognise star performers Generous parental leave – and top up government paid parental leave School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday Environmental and community care programmes Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together. What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you! Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now! Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater Applications close: 19 March 2026 Our culture is rich with stories of how our people like to help, our customers, our community and each other. This is reflected through flexible working arrangements to ensure that our people have a balance in their life with those things that are important to them. Through ensuring that we provide opportunities to everyone regardless of what society throws at them, we are a safe place to work where you are treated equally and appreciated.

Responsibilities

The representative will serve as the frontline expert for customers, handling varied and sometimes challenging queries related to online banking, card disputes, and regulatory matters like AML, often under tight deadlines. Face-to-face interactions require quick thinking, composure under pressure, and consistently delivering a professional customer experience.