Community Safety & Regulatory Services - Senior Parking Officer

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Rotorua Lakes Council is seeking motivated Senior Parking Officers to join the community safety team and support the Team Leader, Parking services. You’ll patrol by vehicle or on foot, monitor compliance, issue infringements for stationary vehicle offences, and help connect with residents and visitors to meet safety goals. Essential criteria include a School Certificate or NZQA in English and Mathematics, proven leadership, conflict resolution and strong communication skills, at least two years in parking services or a comparable enforcement role, a clean police record and a full driver's license. Knowledge of relevant transport, safety and local government legislation is important. The council values Te Arawa partnership and te reo Maori; apply by 18 February 2026.

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Community-centric careers await you in Rotorua!
Are you ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to making a positive impact in our community? At Te Kaunihera o ngā Roto o Rotorua | Rotorua Lakes Council, we're more than just an organisation; we're a force for good. With over 400 staff, our council is at the forefront of culture, people, and connections. From lakeside relaxation to world-class mountain biking trails, geothermal wonders, and vibrant night markets, Rotorua has it all. Embrace our commitment to biculturalism as we work hand in hand with Te Arawa, our local iwi. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling journey, apply now and be part of a truly extraordinary team.

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This vacancy expires 18 February 2026
Rotorua Lakes Council is looking for motivated Senior Parking Officers to join the community safety team. As a Senior Parking Warden, you will play a crucial role in providing support and relief to the Team Leader, Parking services. You will also encourage and ensure compliance with parking regulations and providing general ambassadorial assistance to residents and tourists. Your responsibilities will include patrolling by vehicle or on foot, monitoring compliance, issuing Infringements for stationary vehicle offences and addressing abandoned vehicles. Parking Wardens also help achieve Council’s community safety objectives through effective connection and escalation to relevant stakeholders.
To succeed in this role, you need School Certificate or NZQA equivalent in English & Mathematics. You also need proven experience in a leadership role, along with conflict resolution and advanced communication skills. A minimum of two years in parking services or a relatable enforcement or compliance role is also ideal, and you must have a clean police record and full driver's license. Furthermore, the role requires suitable knowledge of pertinent legislation such as, Land Transport Act 1998, application of Bylaws, Road User Rule 2004, Local Government Act 2002 and the Health and Safety in work Act 2015. Experience in enforcement in a Local Government context is desirable but not required.
If you want to use your skills to help the community and make a difference in Rotorua, get in touch.
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Te Kaunihera o nga Roto o Rotorua (Rotorua Lakes Council) is committed to working in partnership with Te Arawa, our local iwi. We aspire to being a bicultural organisation and we value staff who speak te reo Maori, have an appreciation of Maori values, and a working knowledge of tikanga Maori.


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