Team Member | Recreation Assistant - Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre

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Date: 3 Jan 2026

Location: North Shore, NZ, 1010

Company: Auckland Council

  • 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
  • Permanent Part-time role, located at our fantastic Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre

 

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Recreation Team Member | Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre 

 

Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre is one of New Zealand’s leading Sports and Rec Facilities, as Recreation Team Member, you will play a key part to improve the customer experience for all Aucklanders that visit our Centre to another level. 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: 

  • 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 
  • Rock Wall Supervision and Holiday Programme Supervision  

 

This is a permanent part-time position of 8 hours per week, with opportunities for additional hours.

Work shift: Tuesday 12:45pm – 9:15pm

 

He kōrero mōu: About you 

 

You’ll bring a genuine passion for sport and recreation and be excited to step into a frontline role within a busy leisure centre environment. You demonstrate a responsible, caring, and safety‑focused approach when working with children, along with the flexibility and initiative to support the delivery of engaging and age‑appropriate programmes.

 

You will also bring:

  • A positive attitude and infectious energy as an enthusiastic team player
  • A strong customer service mindset, with a focus on creating welcoming experiences
  • The flexibility and initiative to support a wide range of programmes and daily timetabled activities
  • A professional, reliable, and customer‑focused approach to your work
  • Confidence supporting centre operations, including administrative and operational tasks
  • The ability to assist with activities such as rock wall supervision , holiday programmes, and general centre supervision

 

Ideally, you will:

  • Hold a current First Aid Certificate and have an understanding of health and safety procedures (training provided)
  • Be comfortable supporting activities such as holiday programmes, sporting leagues, and Rock Wall supervision
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism at all times

 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

 

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

 

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 


Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits

 

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

You can find the position description here: *Official role title is Team Member

Pay rate: $28.95+/h (Our employer KiwiSaver contribution is in addition to the base salary offered.)

Applications close on 8th May

 

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and well-being of children. This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 and is deemed a safety-sensitive position. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting and a drug test prior to commencing employment. 

 

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.