The Parks and Property team are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our Council. In this role you will be part of a great team that oversees the operation, maintenance, improvement and management of Council parks, reserves, sports fields, and walkways of the Whanganui District. You will have responsibility for supervising Council contractors to ensure the effective management of environmental resources.

About you:

To be successful in this role you will have extensive experience in parks management and/or contract management. Your strong administrative capabilities and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications are essential. Previous experience in local government is advantageous. Above all, you must be an exceptional communicator with outstanding interpersonal skills to develop and maintain successful relationships.

About us:

Whanganui has a rich cultural heritage, a diverse natural environment and a vibrant arts scene. Our beautiful rohe is bounded by the Ruapehu District to the north, the Rangitīkei District in the east, the Tasman Sea in the south, and the South Taranaki and Stratford District in the west.

Along with better opportunities for work / life balance that come with living in our region, we offer a range of benefits including:

• Access to wellbeing resources and workplace support
• Subsidised flu vaccination, eye and health check ups
• Active Social club
• Flexible work arrangements and a family friendly work environment
• Relocation costs to the right candidate
• Ongoing professional development and training

How to apply

Interested? Please review the position description and apply via our Whanganui District Council careers page at: https://whanganuidc.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies and enter ref code: 6750584

Please note: only applications submitted via our careers page can be considered.

Applications close 01 May 2025