Night Caretaker

• Work in one of the most stunning parts of New Zealand, every day!
• Enjoy the peace and serenity of nighttime hours whilst working
• Fixed term duration with part time hours during summer

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council’s Parks & Community Service department have an opportunity for friendly, reliable, resilient, and practical people to join their team at Whangateau Holiday Park. We are seeking a enthusiastic and customer focused person to join our team as 3-month fixed term part time (36 hrs) Night Caretaker. The fixed term duration is 17th November 2025 to 10th February 2026.

We’re looking for a team member who can commit to a night shift roster, with flexibility to work any night of the week if required. Shifts will include Sunday – Tuesday nights from 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM.

The Park is open 7 days a week including public and school holidays, we are especially busy throughout the summer months, so having the ability to work flexible hours, weekends, public holidays, and additional shifts is required.

Te hiranga o tēnei mahi: Why this role matters

This role will see you working in a unique coastal setting where you will support the team in providing a memorable experience for all our guests. It offers you variety and plenty of opportunity to help improve services.

Having a friendly and calm personality is important as you will be the point of contact for guests as well as other staff throughout these night shifts. You’ll be working closely with an amazing collaborative team to ensure our guests’ have a positive and memorable experience with us.

Ngā kawenga matua: Key responsibilities

• Undertaking park security and managing noise levels
• Assist guests with late check-ins and provide support during the night when required
• Administrative duties including locking up.
• General cleaning duties

You can find the position description here . The role pays a living wage of $28.95 per hour.

 
He kōrero mōu: About you

Ideally applicants will have experience in either a security, hospitality or caretaker role and have passion for customer service. You will be self-motivated, enjoy working both alone and as part of a team. As you’ll frequently be interacting with guests’ strong communication skills are a must.  

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. What matters most is your ability to contribute to a collaborative, purpose-driven environment where diverse experiences are valued. We know that transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work.

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!
Application close date: Thursday 6th November 2025 12am NZDT

This is a safety-sensitive role and is subject to VCZ (Vulnerable Children’s Act) compliance, including police vetting and drug and alcohol testing as part of the pre-employment checks. 

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

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.
 
Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Council terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Council terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Council terms and conditions.