Summer Student Parks And Facilities | Tauira - Papa Takaro (Nov 2025)

Join Nelson City Council's Summer Student Programme to gain hands-on experience in parks and facilities management while working outdoors and in the office.

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing :

Collect and capture field data to monitor and manage parks, reserves, and facilities assets.

Spend time outdoors reading maps, exploring new areas, and applying knowledge in real-world settings.

Upload and manage findings using asset management systems and Geographic Information System (GIS).

Contribute to projects such as mountain biking trails, roadside vegetation management, and retired forestry areas.

Work 40 hours per week across a 12-week fixed term from November to February, with flexibility around study commitments.

About You

The company is looking for :

Availability to work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, throughout the summer (Nov–Feb).

At least 2 years of tertiary study, ideally in parks and recreation, environmental science, geography, or GIS.

Map-reading skills and ideally a driver's license for fieldwork.

A passion for the outdoors and contributing to the local environment in Te Tauihu / the top of the south.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Reliability, organisation, and sharp attention to detail.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly rate of $24.50.

Opportunity to work 40 hours per week over the summer period.

Experience working with Nelson City Council's Parks and Facilities team.

Chance to contribute to meaningful community and environmental projects.

Training & Development

Gain hands-on experience and develop professional skills in parks and asset management through fieldwork and office-based tasks.

Career Progression

Opportunity to grow your career by sharing knowledge and contributing to projects that protect and enhance local parks and reserves.

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter detailing your studies, skills, and interests, and how they connect with the role and the Parks and Facilities team.

For enquiries, contact Georgia Clarkson via email.

Ensure applications are submitted via the specified link to be received.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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