Open Space Recreation Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

Play a lead role driving strategy, planning & implementation within this area, including collaboration within Council for the Long-Term & Annual Plan.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Sports Turf Management Apprenticeship

at FieldturfNZ

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Albany, Auckland

$24 – $35 per hour

Are you looing to kickstart a career in horticulture & sports turf management? Get paid while you learn and gain your Level 3-4 NZ Certificate.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

27d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Groundsperson

at Kensington Park Resident's Association

This is a Full time job

Orewa, Auckland

Work in a prestigious lifestyle development in Orewa which includes an award winning sub-tropical landscape, orchards, streetscapes and native bush.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

21h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Dunes Revegetation Operator - Mount Manuganui

at Tauranga City Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Make a real impact in the community while working at the beach
5 weeks annual leave and reliable hours
Ongoing training and development opportunities

Make a real impact in the community while working at the beach
5 weeks annual leave and reliable hours
Ongoing training and development opportunities

Join City Operations proudly delivering awesome community outcomes!

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Field Operator (Grounds Maintenance)

at New Zealand Biosecurity Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Upper Hutt, Wellington

Opportunities for professional development and career growth
A dynamic and supportive team environment
Make a positive impact across Wellington's green spaces and road reserves

Opportunities for professional development and career growth
A dynamic and supportive team environment
Make a positive impact across Wellington's green spaces and road reserves

Bring your passion for working outdoors to provide a wide range of biosecurity services across the Greater Wellington region and beyond. Apply now!

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

5d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Resource Consents Monitoring & Enforcement Officer

at Porirua City Council

This is a Full time job

Porirua, Wellington

play a meaningful role in protecting environmental standards
enjoy balancing fieldwork with analytical thinking
join a motivated and hardworking team

play a meaningful role in protecting environmental standards
enjoy balancing fieldwork with analytical thinking
join a motivated and hardworking team

Are you passionate about environmental compliance and keen to play a hands-on role in shaping a thriving, sustainable city?

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19h ago

Listed five days ago

Planting Crew

at Asplundh

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

$28.95+

Living wage!
Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm!
Meaningful outdoor work that makes a visible impact

Living wage!
Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm!
Meaningful outdoor work that makes a visible impact

Join Asplundh’s planting crew! Outdoors work, great team, full‑time hours, and real growth opportunities. All backgrounds welcome.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Planting Crew

at Asplundh

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

$28.95+

Living Wage!
Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm
Multiple roles available

Living Wage!
Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm
Multiple roles available

Hard‑working, outdoorsy, and ready to grow? Join our planting crew and help shape a greener Auckland.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Facility Leader – Outdoor Pools

at Christchurch City Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

E ngā iwi, e ngā karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He īnoi tēnei ki a koe. Tono mai ki tētahi tūnga ki te Kauniher

subClassification: Maintenance & Handyperson ServicesMaintenance & Handyperson Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Fish and Game Officer

at NZ Fish and Game

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

$70,000 – $80,000 per year

connect with anglers and hunters for the benefit of the environment
a great mix of field work and office work
passionate about conservation, and community engagement

connect with anglers and hunters for the benefit of the environment
a great mix of field work and office work
passionate about conservation, and community engagement

Exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in the field and office, and passionate about conservation, compliance, and community engagement.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

25d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Customer Experience Shift Supervisor

at Christchurch City Council

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Mentor, motivate, and foster a positive, inclusive, and fun team culture
Energise and guide your team to success
Deliver top-notch customer experiences every shift

Mentor, motivate, and foster a positive, inclusive, and fun team culture
Energise and guide your team to success
Deliver top-notch customer experiences every shift

E ngā iwi, e ngā karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He īnoi tēnei ki a koe. Tono mai ki tētahi tūnga ki te Kauniher

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

18h ago

Listed ten days ago

Learn-to-Swim Instructors - Multiple Opportunities

at Waimakariri District Council

This is a Part time job

Rangiora, Canterbury

Living Wage Employer

We are looking to recruit Aquatic Team Members to deliver a range of Learn to Swim programmes to our customers

subClassification: Coaching & InstructionCoaching & Instruction

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

10d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Field Assistant - x2 roles available

at Waikato Regional Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$58,000 – $65,000 per year

Collect riparian, sediment and water quality data with public-facing fieldwork.
Based in our Purpose-built offices in the heart of the CBD.
Be part of a passionate and supportive team with purpose.

Collect riparian, sediment and water quality data with public-facing fieldwork.
Based in our Purpose-built offices in the heart of the CBD.
Be part of a passionate and supportive team with purpose.

Hands-on field role supporting catchment monitoring, blending outdoor data collection with computer-based work across the Waikato region.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed three days ago

TSB Showplace and Bowl of Brooklands Lead

at New Plymouth District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Lead Taranaki's most iconic performance venues
Shape the future of arts, events and entertainment
Five weeks annual leave plus birthday leave

Lead Taranaki's most iconic performance venues
Shape the future of arts, events and entertainment
Five weeks annual leave plus birthday leave

This is a rare opportunity to step into the role of TSB Showplace and Bowl of Brooklands Lead.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Public Spaces and Animal Management Officer

at Kāpiti Coast District Council

This is a Full time job

Paraparaumu, Wellington

Competitive salary + benefits

Dependant leave – because family matters.
Thriving team culture – we work hard and support each other.
Free access to pools – dive into fun.

Dependant leave – because family matters.
Thriving team culture – we work hard and support each other.
Free access to pools – dive into fun.

Join our team to support dog ownership, patrol public spaces, and help keep our community safe, welcoming, and well‑managed every day.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Spaces and Places Lead

at Sport Tasman

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

$80,000 per year

Join us and drive spaces and places strategies and planning to ensure no child misses out on physical activity

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

21d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Turf Operator

at Invercargill City Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Career progression and training/development opportunities
KiwiSaver and Superannuation Schemes
Positive focus of employee health and well-being

Career progression and training/development opportunities
KiwiSaver and Superannuation Schemes
Positive focus of employee health and well-being

Our Parks Operations team are seeking a Turf Operator. Take this opportunity to be part of re-building our green spaces after the devastating storm.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Deputy Manager Holiday Park Orewa

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Orewa, Auckland

Full-time opportunity with good competitive remuneration and conditions
Work in one of the most stunning parts of Auckland, Ōrewa Beach
Unique opportunity to lead and deliver your operational management expertise

Full-time opportunity with good competitive remuneration and conditions
Work in one of the most stunning parts of Auckland, Ōrewa Beach
Unique opportunity to lead and deliver your operational management expertise

Ōrewa Beach Holiday Park operates 7 days a week, 365 days per year.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

4d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Community and Sports Programmes Coordinator (Mandarin Speaking)

at SportHub Community Trust

This is a Full time job

New Lynn, Auckland

$56,160 – $62,400 per year

Mandarin-speaking coordinator to help deliver sports programmes, community events, and engage with diverse communities in Auckland.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

14d ago

110 open space recreation jobs in New Zealand

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