Benefits
Our campuses are culturally rich, dynamic and lively places to work. You can enjoy discounted rates at our Cafés, have a meal at our student-run restaurant Dine, get beautiful bouquets prepared by our Floristry tauira (students), and enjoy a discounted haircut from our Hairdressing tauira.
Flexible workingWe encourage a flexible working environment and have a robust policy and guides. MIT will consider flexible work arrangements to support you to achieve a successful and fulfilling career, while enhancing your wellbeing and work-life balance. | Annual leave and discretionary leave for AcademicsOur academic staff have both annual leave and discretionary leave. Combined, these two leave types give our academic staff 9 weeks of leave per year to allow them time to rest and relax. |
Child careWe provide discounted rates for MIT's Children's Education Centre – a multicultural community based onsite at MIT’s Ōtara Campus. It caters for children 0 – 5 years, is spacious with a natural outdoor area and multiple learning spaces. | Ngā Kete Wānanga MaraeThe Marae is the cultural centre of Te Whare Takiura o Manukau (MIT) and is the gateway to the Institute for our staff, students and visitors. For more information, click here. |
Academics and managers leaveOur kaiako (academic staff) have annual and discretionary leave. These two leave types give our kaiako 9 weeks of leave per year to allow them time to rest and relax. Our permanent leaders reporting directly to an Executive General Manager are entitled to a fifth week of leave following 12 months of service. | Pasifika Community CentreMIT is committed to Pacific people, enabling them to succeed as Pasifika. For more information, click here.
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MIT daysWe provide additional days off to some staff (kaimahi). Three MIT Days between Christmas and New Year to all permanent non-teaching kaimahi and another MIT Day on Tuesday following Easter Monday to all permanent kaimahi. | |
The safety and wellbeing of our people are important to us. We recognise Te Whare Tapa Whā, a model designed by Sir Mason Durie, describing health and wellbeing as a wharenui/meeting house with four walls that represent taha wairua/spiritual wellbeing, taha hinengaro/mental and emotional wellbeing, taha tinana/physical wellbeing and taha whānau/family and social wellbeing. With this in mind, we offer a number of benefits to our people:
Employee assistance programmeYou have access to free professional and confidential counselling support and advice for you and your family through Benestar. | Correction lensesAs a full-time permanent employee, you are eligible for a subsidy for prescription correction lenses once every two years. |
Gym membershipWe offer a discounted rate for an Auckland Council Leisure Centre within the Southern area. | Chaplain servicesWe offer places for prayer at our Pasifika Community Centre. |
HealthYou get access to free annual flu vaccinations at discounted rates with Southern Cross Health Insurance. | 
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Health and wellbeing resources and eventsWe have an exciting new Wellbeing Strategy to enhance the safety and wellbeing of our people and a lot of resources available for all to access and use. You can take part in wellbeing events such as Pink Shirt day, sporting events, and other whānau celebrations which help connect our people. | |
We encourage the ongoing learning and development of our people. We will support you with internal training opportunities, external courses, workshops, and events related to your role.
LinkedIn LearningThrough Auckland Libraries, you will have access to LinkedIn Learning’s diverse online library hosting various courses on a range of topics and skills. Learning is self-directed, self-paced, and available anytime, anywhere for you to tap into. | Kaiako (Academic staff)Our academic team are offered a range of courses and programmes to enhance their teaching and student engagement click here to find out more. |
Professional development leaveWe are committed to supporting your growth. With a professional development plan in place, you may be eligible for Professional Development Leave to enable you with the time and space to focus on your development. | Library servicesOne of the benefits of working on campus is that you can access our library services to support your development.  |
Study supportIf you're keen on furthering the knowledge related to your role, you may be eligible for free study whereby MIT will cover your fees for the course/programme. This benefit is only available to eligible employees and is linked to a professional development plan as agreed with an individual’s leader. More details are contained within MIT’s Study Policy. | |