New Zealand Joint Registry Database Administrator

The New Zealand Orthopaedic Association (NZOA) is the professional Association representing Orthopaedic Surgeons.

The New Zealand Joint Registry is an entity operated by the New Zealand Joint Registry Trust part of the New Zealand Orthopaedic Association group of entities. The Registry provides high-quality data that supports clinical decision-making, research and continuous improvement in patient care.

This is a varied, hands-on role providing database and IT support to the Registry team. Working with Microsoft Dynamics 365, you'll assist with data management, reporting, troubleshooting and ongoing system improvements, helping ensure the Registry's information is accurate, accessible and effectively managed.

You'll also support the Registry Manager with data queries and reporting, assist colleagues with day-to-day technical issues, and liaise with external technology providers as required.

You'll join a friendly, supportive team with a great sense of humour, where your technical skills will make a valuable contribution to the Registry's work and, ultimately, improved patient outcomes.

• Around 2-3 years' experience in IT support, database administration, application support or a related area
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power BI
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, including data manipulation and reporting
• Experience working with databases, data extraction and maintaining data integrity
• Practical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve everyday IT and application issues
• Confidence communicating with external technology providers and explaining technical information to colleagues
• Well-developed organisational skills, attention to detail and accuracy
• A proactive, adaptable approach and the ability to work independently
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, a collaborative approach and a sense of humour

Previous experience in healthcare or another environment involving sensitive or confidential information would be beneficial, but is not essential.

The Registry offers a friendly and experienced team who enjoy working together and supporting one another.

This is a 12-month fixed-term position, allowing the Registry to assess its longer-term database and IT support requirements following the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365. The role is 16 hours per week, with flexibility to work two full days or spread your hours across the working week.

The salary range is $75,000-$85,000 FTE (pro rata for 16 hours per week), with additional benefits including a 4% employer KiwiSaver contribution and a wellness grant that can be used for things such as gym membership, sports shoes or prescription glasses.

Based at Christchurch Hospital, this is an opportunity to apply and further develop your technical skills in a meaningful role, supporting a nationally important clinical registry.

Send your CV and a cover letter to Nikki Walshaw by Sunday 22 November 2026.

A position description is available on our website at mclaren.co.nz or call us on 04 499 1069.

Once applications have closed, we will commence the shortlisting process, which can take up to two weeks. We will be in touch with you regarding your application during this time.

View the position description by copying this link into your browser: https://mclaren.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/NZOA-PD-NZ-Joint-Registry-Database-and-IT-Support-Administrator-5.11.26.pdf

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