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Recovery Assistant - Hamilton

CompanyACC New Zealand
LocationHamilton City
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 20, 2026
About The Company
ACC NZ is an organisation quite unlike any other - in fact we are the only one of our kind in the world! At our heart is the fact we are an innovative New Zealand organisation born out of an idea - one focused on looking after the best interests of our people. So it will come as little surprise that a job with us offers an opportunity to do something that directly benefits the people of New Zealand, while also benefitting your career. There are three words that encapsulate our reason for being: prevention, care and recovery. We exist to actively minimise the chance of accidents happening. But when they do, we are here to help people with the appropriate levels of care and recovery with the aim of returning them to their normal lives faster. As you might expect, there are many people involved in making all this happen, and that's why there are many and varied career opportunities within our organisation. From Case Managers and Claims Managers to Clinical Advisors and Technical Claims Managers we offer many roles which open up a range of development avenues with ACC. What's more, we have locations around the country, all of which offer supportive, collegial workplaces. As part of the ACC's team of talented and passionate people you can also look forward to a host of benefits including flexible working options, competitive remuneration, ongoing career development opportunities, and a discounted healthcare scheme. So if ACC sounds like your type of place, let's talk today.
About the Role

•    Help people navigate recovery and regain independence after injury.
•    Join a supportive work environment committed to development, coaching and growth.
•    Start date 12 October 2026

About us | Mō mātou
ACC is a trusted and high-performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future.
You can find more about ACC and the work we do at here                        

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi
As a Level 1 Recovery Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic and collaborative team dedicated to helping people regain independence after an accident. This is a desk-based role with no face-to-face client contact required, where you'll support recovery through phone calls, emails and managing allocated tasks. Working within a many-to-many service model, you'll help coordinate recovery supports, make informed decisions, and contribute to positive client outcomes while helping keep Kiwis safe at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

We are recruiting for a Level 1 Recovery Assistant role. Your responsibilities will include:
•    Coordinating services and resources to support individual recovery plans.
•    Communicating with clients, providers and stakeholders to keep recovery on track, including delivering unfavourable decisions at times.
•    Problem-solving complex situations and clearly explaining decisions and outcomes.
•    Working across multiple systems to manage information accurately and efficiently.
•    Contributing to a collaborative team environment that supports continuity of care and shared knowledge.

The start date for this role is 12 October 2026. Hours for this role are set between 8.00am and 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours may be considered once training is complete.

About you | Mōu
You will bring:
•    Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with people from diverse backgrounds.
•    Confidence making decisions and clearly explaining outcomes and reasoning.
•    The ability to work effectively in ambiguity and make sound judgements when situations are not black and white.
•    Emotional intelligence, self-awareness and resilience when managing challenging conversations.
•    Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
•    Digital confidence, including working across multiple systems and accurately recording information while engaging with clients.
•    Adaptability and the ability to respond positively to changing business needs.
•    The ability to manage phone-based client interactions while maintaining accurate and detailed records.
•    You must hold New Zealand work rights at the time of application.

Working at ACC | Mō ACC
At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It's important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that:
•    Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
•    The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.

The appointing salary for this role will $67,422 and we offer an additional 9% superannuation contribution. ACC offers a comprehensive benefits package which at present includes an advantageous superannuation scheme (9% contribution) with features like no mandatory employee contribution, optional life and income protection insurance.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to Sunday 2nd August 2026 11pm, however if an ideal candidate is found we may progress screening and interviewing sooner.

Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email HRhelp quoting Recruitment Job requisition 1007028 in the subject line. 

Key Skills
CommunicationDecision MakingProblem SolvingEmotional IntelligenceResilienceOrganizational SkillsDigital LiteracyAdaptabilityStakeholder ManagementCase Coordination
Categories
HealthcareSocial ServicesGovernment & Public SectorCustomer Service & SupportAdministrative
Benefits
Superannuation Scheme (9% contribution)Life InsuranceIncome Protection InsuranceFlexible Working OptionsEmployee Networks
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Coordinate recovery services and resources to help clients regain independence after an accident. Manage client interactions via phone and email while accurately recording information across multiple systems.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
2836
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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