E ngā iwi, e ngā karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He īnoi tēnei ki a koe. Tono mai ki tētahi tūnga ki te Kaunihera o Ōtautahi
Delivering iconic events that are rich in history, fun for whānau, free for the community and full of action are what we do - best so why wouldn't you want to be part of the team making them happen?
About the team | Ko te rōpū nei
Each year, our team delivers 11 annual events alongside a range of community events and activations varying in size in scale. We are proud to be industry leaders in planning and successfully delivering high quality community events. Our team is professional, confident and highly skilled drawing from each other's expertise across the industry.
About the role | Ko te mahi nei
We're a collaborative bunch and when we're not out on site leading from the front with all aspects of event delivery, we're in the office managing logistics:
- Event planning and production schedules.
- Contractor and stakeholder management.
- Health and safety plans, debriefs, permit review, budgets, and traffic management.
- We also provide support to community organisations.
About you | Ko Koe Tēnei
You'll be an experienced events professional with a strong background in leading large-scale outdoor events. You understand the complexities of delivering major public gatherings and have extensive knowledge of event operations, health and safety regulations, and traffic management planning. You will also:
- Be level-headed, adaptable, and thrive under pressure, bringing an 'all hands on deck' approach to ensure seamless event execution.
- Your attention to detail and excellent communication skills allows you to confidently manage stakeholders, while your ability to problem-solve on the go ensures events run smoothly.
- You're not afraid to bring fresh, creative ideas to the table and can take a concept and run with it.
This is a rare opportunity in Ōtautahi Christchurch to work across a diverse range of ever-evolving events. It's an exciting time to join our team —so bring your ideas, energy, and expertise, and help shape the future of our city's most beloved events.
Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero:
- Hours of work: Monday - Friday (days are negotiable) with expectation of weekend work during event periods.
- Position: Permanent, full-time.
- Location: This position is primarily based at Te Hononga Civic Offices, 53 Hereford Street.
- Salary: The salary band for this position goes from $81,227 - $90,252 per annum pro rata based on a 30 hour week.
- To view the position description please click on the link at the foot of the page.
We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at [email protected]
What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?
Working for the Recreation, Sport & Events unit allows you to contribute directly to the community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents and visitors. You will also benefit from:
- Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements - adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
- Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
- Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.
