Christchurch City Council
Recreation & Sport Planner - Fixed Term
Christchurch City Council, Central City, Kentucky, United States, 42330
Shape the future of recreation and sport in our city!
We’re looking for someone who isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo, bring fresh perspectives, and drive positive change. If you’re passionate about improving community facilities and creating spaces that inspire participation, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
About the role | Ko te mahi nei As a Recreation & Sport Planner, you’ll play a key role in planning and delivering our capital programme for the Recreation, Sports and Events Unit.
You’ll also:
Lead the planning and development of the Recreation & Sport capital programme.
Support delivery of capital projects across our diverse network of facilities.
Manage the review and development of plans, policies, and strategies to inform Council’s Long Term and Annual Plans.
Optimise facility performance to achieve Council goals—participation, cost-effectiveness, customer satisfaction, and quality.
Plan and monitor business continuity and emergency management plans for Recreation & Sport Centres.
Experience in facility planning or management within large or complex environments.
Strong project management skills and ability to deliver on challenging business plans.
Excellent planning, time management, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively across teams.
Knowledge of local government processes and asset management principles is an advantage.
What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe? Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also benefit from:
Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times.
Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.
If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.
At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at jobs@ccc.govt.nz
Hours of work - Full time
Position - Fixed term 13 months
Location - This position is primarily based at Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre
Salary - Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
Closing Date - Monday 19th January
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.
Central City
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Post date:
14 Jan 2026 |
Close date:
01 Feb 2026 23:55 |
Expertise:
Planning, Policy |
Work Type:
Permanent, Full-time
Aranui, Banks Peninsula, Beckenham, Bishopdale, Central City, Fendalton, Halswell, Hornby, Linwood, Lyttelton, New Brighton, Papanui, Parklands, Redwood, Riccarton, Shirley, Spreydon, Sumner, Sumner Library
|
Post date:
14 Jan 2026 |
Close date:
25 Jan 2026 23:00 |
Expertise:
Customer Service, Libraries |
Work Type:
Permanent, Full-time, Permanent, Part-time, Fixed Term, Full-time, Fixed Term, Part-time
Where it's possible to love what you do.
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We’re looking for someone who isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo, bring fresh perspectives, and drive positive change. If you’re passionate about improving community facilities and creating spaces that inspire participation, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
About the role | Ko te mahi nei As a Recreation & Sport Planner, you’ll play a key role in planning and delivering our capital programme for the Recreation, Sports and Events Unit.
You’ll also:
Lead the planning and development of the Recreation & Sport capital programme.
Support delivery of capital projects across our diverse network of facilities.
Manage the review and development of plans, policies, and strategies to inform Council’s Long Term and Annual Plans.
Optimise facility performance to achieve Council goals—participation, cost-effectiveness, customer satisfaction, and quality.
Plan and monitor business continuity and emergency management plans for Recreation & Sport Centres.
Experience in facility planning or management within large or complex environments.
Strong project management skills and ability to deliver on challenging business plans.
Excellent planning, time management, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively across teams.
Knowledge of local government processes and asset management principles is an advantage.
What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe? Want to be involved in shaping your City? Here at the Council we know our strength comes from our people, working together as one team to create results. When you join us, you're getting involved first hand, and contributing to crafting the Christchurch community. You will also benefit from:
Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times.
Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.
If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.
At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at jobs@ccc.govt.nz
Hours of work - Full time
Position - Fixed term 13 months
Location - This position is primarily based at Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre
Salary - Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
Closing Date - Monday 19th January
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.
Central City
|
Post date:
14 Jan 2026 |
Close date:
01 Feb 2026 23:55 |
Expertise:
Planning, Policy |
Work Type:
Permanent, Full-time
Aranui, Banks Peninsula, Beckenham, Bishopdale, Central City, Fendalton, Halswell, Hornby, Linwood, Lyttelton, New Brighton, Papanui, Parklands, Redwood, Riccarton, Shirley, Spreydon, Sumner, Sumner Library
|
Post date:
14 Jan 2026 |
Close date:
25 Jan 2026 23:00 |
Expertise:
Customer Service, Libraries |
Work Type:
Permanent, Full-time, Permanent, Part-time, Fixed Term, Full-time, Fixed Term, Part-time
Where it's possible to love what you do.
#J-18808-Ljbffr