Recreation Team Member at Allan Brewster Leisure Centre

Role Overview

Auckland Council's Allan Brewster Leisure Centre is seeking a Recreation Team Member to join their Pools and Leisure team. This permanent, on-site role involves supporting a variety of community fitness and school holiday activities, including basketball skills coaching and preschool programs, all designed to engage young adults and youth.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver top-quality customer service to patrons and guests of the Centre.
• Assist with planning and executing diverse sports and recreational programs targeted at children and young adults.
• Maintain a safe, enjoyable, and supportive fitness environment at the Leisure Centre.
• Support administrative and operational tasks as needed to aid Centre management.
• Contribute to organizing and running activities such as sporting leagues and scheduled daily programs.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be passionate about sports and recreation with a readiness to interact directly with the community in a service-oriented position. Responsibility when working with children and flexibility in approach are essential. Strong communication and initiative in facilitating youth programs are desirable. A positive, energetic team player committed to excellent customer experiences is sought.

Experience with children, coaching, teaching, gymnastics, or sports like basketball and netball, or umpiring is strongly preferred. Being comfortable managing groups of children during after-school programs is important. Candidates must hold a full driver’s license, as responsibilities may include transporting children to and from schools.

While a current First Aid certificate and knowledge of health and safety protocols are beneficial, training will be provided if needed.

Employment Details

This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a schedule requiring flexibility including school holidays and weekend work. Shifts may vary according to Centre requirements.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Working for Auckland Council, the region's largest local government body, offering a dynamic and customer-focused environment.
• Access to multiple discounts and partnership benefits.
• Free use of the Leisure Centre’s facilities.
• Opportunities for professional growth and cross-training in various Centre functions.
• Potential to support other roles such as front desk and customer service during peak or understaffed periods.
• Salary is set at the Living Wage of $28.95 NZD per hour, exclusive of Kiwisaver employer contributions.
• The role is subject to police vetting and drug testing due to its classification under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014.
• Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment process, welcoming applications from diverse backgrounds and individuals with disabilities or neurodivergence.

Application Deadline

Applications close on Sunday, 9 August 2026 at 23:59. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may occur before the closing date.