Team Member | Recreation Assistant - Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre

• Join a great team dedicated to making a positive contribution within the local community! 
• Enjoy free use of centre facilities plus a range of other benefits
• 3 permanent part time roles, located at our fantastic Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

These are permanent part time positions of two 8 and one 12 hours per week with opportunity for additional hours. Shifts below:

• 8 hours: Tuesday 12:45pm - 9:15pm
• 8 hours: Monday 4:00pm – 8:00pm and Thursday 4:00pm – 8:00pm
• 12 hours: Wednesday 4:00pm - 8:00pm and Saturday 9:45am - 6:15pm

You will help us deliver an exciting range of community fitness and school holiday programmes. This role will see you working with school students and community groups across the Auckland region. 
  
In this frontline role, your responsibilities will include: 

• Rock Wall Supervision
• Holiday Programme Supervision  
• Outdoor recreation activities
• Delivering exceptional customer service to our customers and visitors 
• Supporting with the delivery of a variety of exciting programmes for children aged 5-12
• Helping the centre maintain a caring, fun, and safe fitness and leisure environment
• Helping centre management with administration and operational duties
• Supporting with centre activities including sporting leagues and daily timetabled programmes 

He kōrero mōu: About you 
  
You will already be passionate about sports and recreation and be ready to step into a frontline customer service role. 

You will need a First Aid Certificate; however, we can help you attain this if you do not have one.

 
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

We are keen to have a multifunctional workforce within our centres, so you would potentially have the chance to train and in time take on other roles such as Lifeguard, Learn to Swim Instructor, Fitness Instructor or Customer Service.  

There are opportunities for advancement into senior and leadership roles, and we are fortunate to have a wide range of opportunities across the Auckland Council. 

As a Team Member, you’ll have free access to our facilities, hours that provide work-life balance, and above all else, you will be part of a fun and supportive team.

We are committed in promoting a workplace that respects the contributions of everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or background. Our goal is to pursue an inclusive environment where every individual is appreciated and empowered to express their selves at work. We welcome all applications, help us get 'More Aucklanders more active, more often'!"

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

You can find the position description here

Pay rate: $27.80 /hr

Applications close on Sunday 5th January 2025

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children.  This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment.  This position is also deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check. 

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.