Operates a keyboard to input and transfer data into a computer for storage, processing and transmission.

Enters data and codes required to process information; retrieves, confirms and updates data in storage and keeps records of data input; takes verbatim records of proceedings in rapid shorthand using computerised equipment and shorthand-writing machines; transcribes information recorded in shorthand and on sound recording equipment, and proofreads and corrects copy.

• Works indoors in office environment which may range from a large corporate-type head office down to a smaller sole-charge office.
• Works predominantly at office desks and computer workstations.
• Frequently works in adequately heated and ventilated spaces.

• Sedentary role.
• Constantly sits at a workstation and carries out a variety of both manual and computerised data entry tasks.
• Occasionally stands and walks about the office.
• Stretching, twisting, climbing and more than very light lifting or carrying is unlikely to be required.
• Bending, squatting or crouching is not required.
• Repetitive arm hand and finger movements are constant for data entry.
• Use of hand-held objects such as pens, calculators and staplers, as well as telephones will also be occasional to frequent. Will also need to operate printers, copiers and a range of other office equipment and refill paper trays and ink supplies.
• Mental skills necessary include a sound level of communication, recording and organisation.

A New Zealand Register Level 2 or 3 qualification or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4). In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required. For entry-level positions on-the-job training is sufficient.

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement but they are limited.