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Holiday Park Assistant (Orewa/Whangaparaoa, NZ, 1010) @ Auckland Council

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<ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Work at the stunning Ōrewa Beach Holiday Park</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Permanent part time (32 hrs) and full-time roles available with immediate start</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Customer focussed and front of house role</strong></span></li> </ul> <p style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>He angitūtanga: The opportunity</strong></span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Auckland Council’s Holiday Parks are seeking <strong>2x</strong> <strong>Holiday Park Assistants to</strong> join their Orewa Beach Holiday Park team in<strong> permanent part time (32 hours) and full-time roles</strong>.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">We are seeking a hands-on, versatile, friendly people’s people who are used to a busy work environment, being an effective team member and who can assist with the day-to-day operation of the Holiday Park. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">You’ll be working closely with an amazing collaborative team to ensure our guests’ have a positive and memorable experience with us.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">You could expect to work on:</span></p> <p> </p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Front of house customer service, reception and administrative duties</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Being the face of the business in welcoming, familiarising guests to the park and area</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Answering enquiries and processing online, email, phone and in-person bookings</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Creating customer bookings in software booking system, in putting data, receipting and processing of payments and sales</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Supporting general cleaning duties, assisting in housekeeping and amenities, light grounds / facilities maintenance and operations</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>You will work on a roster across seven days, as the park operates seven days a week from 8am – 8pm, including weekends, public holidays, and school holiday periods. </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Our busiest time of year is during the summer season, therefore flexibility to work weekends, public holidays, additional shifts, and varying hours is essential.</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">This role also provides support across all areas of park operations and may be required to assist within the wider Holiday Parks portfolio at other parks and sites as business needs require.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>You can find the position description</strong><strong> <a title="" href="https://bit.ly/4bd6m7V" target="_self">here.</a></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>The role pays living wage of $29.90 per hour based on skills and proven relevant experience.</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>He kōrero mōu: About you</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">You will be confident with administration and reception duties and have experience with cash handling as well as an ability to use your initiative to resolve both operational and maintenance issues as they arise. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">We are seeking super stars who have:</span></p> <p> </p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Customer service, administrative/reception experience, with <strong>advanced computer literacy </strong>in Microsoft Office suite software skills and proficiencies: <strong>Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint and PMS booking systems</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Excellent communication and confident interpersonal skills</strong>, both written and verbal, with strong problem-solving abilities.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Flexibility to work rosters</strong> (including weekends and public holidays), as a positive team member and autonomously</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Enthusiastic and approachable demeanour with a customer focussed approach,</strong> can do attitude and remain calm under pressure or dealing with challenging customers</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Ability and capacity to continually learn new skills, systems and processes quickly</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>NZ Full Class 1 drivers’ licence is preferred</strong>, we do expect a restricted license at the minimum</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Hospitality, tourism experience along with practical hands-on cleaning or maintenance background would be advantageous, but not essential.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. What matters most is your ability to contribute to a purpose-driven environment where diverse experiences are valued. We know that transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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. </span></p> <p><br><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: <span style="color:cornflowerblue"><a style="color:cornflowerblue" title="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vHbKbMwspk7ojQpXU0CYDw7SVkYgROhN/view?usp=sharing" href="https://bit.ly/42YteFw" target="_self">benefits</a></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Tono Mai: Apply Now! </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Applications close: </strong>Thursday 23rd July at midnight</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close this advert earlier than initially advertised. We will update the advert accordingly, so please check back regularly for any changes.</strong></span></p> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><em>If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.</em></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><em>Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.</em></span></p> </div> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Auckland Council is committed to the protection and well-being of children. This role is classified as a Children&apos;s Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">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.</span></p>

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