Want to make a difference to Wellington's parks and open spaces?
Want to lead an established, supportive, and passionate leadership team?
Want to contribute to one of Wellington's top visitor destinations?
Kia mahi ngatahi mo Poneke mo tona apopo | Working together for Wellington's future.
Wellington's open spaces and natural areas are part of what makes Poneke unique. These are well used and valued by a huge number of Wellingtonians and visitors. This proximity to nature plays a key role in Wellingtonians' excellent quality of life and great experiences.
Wellington Gardens comprises of Truby King Park , Bolton Street memorial park , and two of the country's leading botanic gardens – Wellington Botanic Garden and Otari Native Botanic Garden . Our gardens play an important part in conservation, research, education, and recreation.
The Open Space and Parks team works with other Parks, Sport & Recreation teams to design and develop solutions utilizing reserves. The solutions focus on meeting stakeholder and community needs, driving utilization of open spaces, and increasing participation in recreation.
Au ake mahi | What you will do
Providing leadership and management of the Wellington Gardens, you will support a team committed to delivering high quality visitor experiences through excellence in horticulture and their contribution to conservation, science, environmental education, events, and to the health and wellbeing of the community.
Supported by a committed and dedicated team, you will play the leading role in developing long-term strategic and operational plans for the Wellington Garden cluster and promoting these as key icons for the city regarding horticulture, conservation, science, education, recreation, and heritage.
Remaining consistent with statutory responsibilities and management plan policies, you will ensure the conservation and appreciation of the natural, cultural, and historic values of the Wellington Gardens through the leadership of the gardens management team and the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans and programmes.
O pumanawa | About you
With a passion for Poneke and its beauty, you will come with significant experience in a senior management role with 5+ years' experience and knowledge in the development, maintenance, and management of gardens, parks, or reserves in addition to:
A tertiary level qualification in environmental management or business management
Knowledge and experience in strategic planning and implementation
Highly effective skills in communication and presentations (both written and verbal)
Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders and dignitaries
People and relationship management with a focus on leading, developing, and mentoring people
Demonstrate successful promotion and marketing campaigns based on sound research
Experience working in local government or a political environment (preferred, but not essential)
You will be comfortable sharing your knowledge with your peers to strengthen your own and your peers' skills and knowledge working within a Te Ao Maori environment.
You will be joining a passionate team where getting stuck in, great communication skills, and a love for engaging with people of Poneke and visitors fuel the success of Wellington Gardens.
Please note that shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo a Ministry of Justice pre-employment check. A full, clean drivers' licence is required for this role. Remuneration for this role is $123,558 – $145,361 based on skill and experience.
Why us?
Working for the Council offers you a range of benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, Council staff discounts, and a range of learning and development programmes and opportunities.
More than that – you will be playing a part in making Poneke an inclusive, sustainable, and creative capital for people to live, work, and play.
Applications close: Monday, 7 th October 2024. All applications must be submitted online.
Please note: We may engage with applicants prior to the role closing. We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone. Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing: ******.
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