Parking Officer | Āpiha Utu

A career that takes you outside - and makes a difference!36 hours per week, Tuesday to Saturday$58-64k per annum (1 FTE) plus health insuranceWe 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 mahiAs 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 ōuYou 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 respectfulEagerness to learn and grow on the jobSome 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 advantageStrong verbal and written communication in EnglishGreat time management and self-disciplineConflict resolution smarts - you keep things cool under pressureSolid computer literacy and ability to use handheld smart devicesGood physical fitness - you'll be clocking up an average of 10,000 steps everyday!What we offer | Ko ngā painga mōuThe 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 InsuranceRā Oranga wellness days + additional annual leave benefitsOngoing training & developmentIf 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.Click Here for a Job DescriptionApplications close: Midnight Wednesday 22 October 2025For more information about the role please contact our Team Leader Regulatory - Chris Bascombe on chris.bascombe@ncc.govt.nz