Parking Officer | Āpiha Utu
- 36 hours per week, Tuesday to Saturday
- $58-64k per annum (1 FTE) plus health insurance
We are Wakatū Nelson, a city where creativity, prosperity, and innovation thrive. Our vision is to foster a community that is inclusive, resilient, and deeply connected. Here we prioritise caring for one another and our city, building a vibrant and supportive place for everyone.
We’re a team of passionate, supportive people who love Nelson and are committed to making it an even better place to live. Right now, we’re looking for a sharp, community-minded Parking Officer to join our dynamic Regulatory team - and step into an important afterhours on-call responder role as required.
About this role| Kō tēnei tūranga mahi
As a Parking Officer, you’ll be out and about in the Nelson region helping to keep traffic flowing, streets safe, and parking fair. You’ll educate drivers, encourage compliance, and act as a friendly face for the city - offering guidance and support to locals and visitors alike.
Outside regular hours, you’ll be part of our Regulatory Afterhours Responder roster - tackling issues like bylaw monitoring, dog control and pollution response with professionalism and care.
About you | Ko ngā pūmanawa ōu
You thrive in the community, work independently with confidence, and have the initiative to think on your feet. Here’s what we’re looking for:
- Top-notch customer service skills – you're calm, clear, and respectful
- Eagerness to learn and grow on the job
- Some knowledge of regulatory rules and bylaws (bonus – but we’ll train you!)
- A full NZ driver’s licence - ability to drive a manual car would be a significant advantage
- Strong verbal and written communication in English
- Great time management and self-discipline
- Conflict resolution smarts – you keep things cool under pressure
- Solid computer literacy and ability to use handheld smart devices
- Good physical fitness – you’ll be clocking up an average of 10,000 steps everyday!
What we offer | Ko ngā painga mōu
The successful applicant will join a dedicated team and receive all relevant training necessary for the job.
We offer a supportive work environment where you’ll be surrounded by likeminded people who want to make a difference in Nelson. This is a permanent role offering 36 hours per week working Tuesday to Friday (full days) and Saturday mornings with additional on call responsibilities, as rostered. We also offer:
- Health Insurance
- Rā Oranga wellness days + additional annual leave benefits
- Ongoing training & development
If you're ready to be a visible part of the community and make a real difference, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a team that cares as much as you do.
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Applications close: Midnight Wednesday 22 October 2025
For more information about the role please contact our Team Leader Regulatory - Chris Bascombe on chris.bascombe@ncc.govt.nz