Manager - Parks & Recreation

See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.

Whangarei, New Zealand

Reference :

Can you take a collaborative approach with tangata whenua, community stakeholders and other internal departments to ensure the needs of our community is met regarding parks and recreational spaces? Are you able to set priorities for funding and achievement of projects with the community, contractors, staff and Council, and articulate the vision for Whangārei District in partnership with tangata whenua and the community? Do you enjoy keeping abreast of trends in the relevant fields of design, environmentalism, recreation, and local government?

If so we want to hear from you.

The Manager - Parks & Recreation reports into the General Manager - Transport and Community Infrastructure and is responsible for leading the Parks & Recreation department. You will work alongside other areas of the organisation in the delivery of projects and the transition to parks and recreation assets. You will also oversee the management of operational contracts, including minor renewal projects.

Our ideal candidate will need :

• A tertiary qualification in either; parks and recreation management, environmental science, planning or landscape design
• Post qualification experience, ideally in a parks and recreation leadership role
• Financial forecasting, and management of OPEX and CAPEX budgeting

What we can offer

Our organisation offers a supportive team environment engaged in some exciting projects across the district.

We offer you flexible work arrangements and the chance to enjoy the lifestyle and beauty only Northland can provide.We want you to be successful, and you will be given all the support you need to hit the ground running and to ensure your ongoing growth and success within the organisation.

If you are ready for a new challenge check out the position description and apply today.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact People and Capability team on : or .

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