About us

The Reserves team are responsible for managing the operations, maintenance and upkeep of Selwyn District Council's Parks and Reserves. This includes Community parks, township reserves, recreational reserves, cemeteries, playgrounds, sports areas, and other open spaces

About the role

Reporting to the Reserves Operations Manager, the Reserve Contract Lead is to ensure all work delivered through the District Parks & Reserves Contract meets the specifications and required level of service.

• Day-to-day management of the District's Reserves Operations Contract.
• Strong emphasis on contract management, stakeholder relationships and reporting.
• Collaborative approach working in partnership with our business partners and stakeholders.
• Ensure our open spaces meet customer expectations.
• Working closely with the Reserves Operations Teams.
• Actively work alongside our business partners to exceed Health & Safety expectations and Council policies and procedures.

About You

To be successful in this role the right candidate must possess the following skills and experience.

• At least 5 years' experience in the management of Parks/Reserves in an operational capacity
• Demonstratable experience with NZS3910/17 conditions of contract
• Sound knowledge of parks or grounds maintenance services industry best practice
• Experience working in a local government environment, budget preparation, management, and reporting experience.
• Proven ability in leading teams to achieve organisational goals/objectives within a values-based framework.
• Strong understanding of digital ways of working, with experience of using technology to achieve effective outcomes.

About Selwyn

Selwyn is the fastest-growing district in New Zealand. We have a fantastic quality of life, great communities, and a thriving economy. Our Council works actively with residents to provide the services and facilities that help our communities to thrive and grow. An enviable family lifestyle, outstanding local facilities and an easy drive to the ski fields, rivers and hills that make up Canterbury's stunning landscape.

What we can offer

For several years Selwyn has been experiencing rapid and sustained economic and population growth. With this growth comes a vibrant community, fantastic facilities and exciting career opportunities!

This role is based at our Rolleston Head Offices. There's parking nearby, flexible working options and a great range of benefits for permanent staff including:

• Great work-life balance with the flexibility to work in with your commitments
• Life insurance
• Wellbeing and volunteer leave
• Sick leave from day one if required
• Free parking
• Three days paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• Discounts with local and national businesses
• Career coaching and development

Our values are important to all of us and represent the way we work: · Be a good human · Be brave - Think differently · Better together. Make it Happen for Selwyn

We value the safety of our staff and community, therefore Police vetting and drug and alcohol testing is a employment requirement.

Selwyn District Council honours Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are committed to working with our Treaty partner to deliver on our obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

If you are driven to join a fun and vibrant team and do an exceptional job which contributes meaningfully to the lives of people in Selwyn, we'd love to hear from you.