Date: 9 Jan 2025
Location: NZ, 1010
Company: Auckland Council
- Be part of our effective and efficient operation of the Wynyard Crossing Bridge
- Permanent full-time position (Monday-Friday)
- Supportive team that encourages a happy workplace
He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Welcome to the world of Eke Panuku Development Auckland, where we shape the future of Auckland for everyone to love. We are a team driven by ambition, innovation, and collaboration, and we take pride in our commitment to Te Ao Māori. As an essential part of Auckland's development, we inspire greatness and involve each other to achieve one vision.
Now, we are looking for a talented individual to join using providing world-class service to our marina and pedestrian users.
As the Bridge Controller, you will be responsible for the seamless operation of the Wynyard Crossing Bridge and the CCTV and communications hub within the Wynyard Quarter. Your main goal will be to ensure the safety and efficiency of both marine and pedestrian traffic, maintaining public safety as a top priority.
In this role you will be working Monday to Friday, 7am-3pm.
Day-to-day you could expect to work on:
- Efficiently operate the Wynyard Crossing lift-bridge, ensuring paramount regard for the safety of the public and vessels.
- Coordinate between marina vessel traffic and Wynyard Crossing pedestrian traffic.
- Represent Eke Panuku Development Auckland as an ambassador for Auckland in interactions with the public.
- Escalate issues immediately or as appropriate.
He kōrero mōu: About you
This role requires experience in similar customer service and safety awareness roles, with a sound understanding of utilising effective communication and organisational skills.
We will be looking for specific experience with:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to liaise with boat crews.
- “Marine VHF Certificate” advantageous, however training will be provided if required.
- Experience with computer use.
- Comprehensive knowledge of marine etiquette is advantageous.
- A strong customer focus and a proactive approach required
- Holder of a clean NZ Drivers Licence
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
At Eke Panuku we’re visionaries leading the way in sustainable urban development. You’ll join a team embracing diversity with a culture built on its people spirit. Our salaries are competitive, we love flexible working and we’re all here to inspire one another. This is your chance to make a positive contribution to the future of Tāmaki Makaurau.
You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, including discounted Leisure Centre membership and a range of other partnership discounts!
We are a diverse organisation – we value diversity in our thinking, and we can only achieve that with a diverse team!
Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini - My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.
You can find the position description here
Applications close: Sunday 26th january
Please note:
• Qualification Checks may be conducted along with other relevant pre-employment checks required for employment with Eke Panuku.
• This role is deemed safety sensitive and, in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.
Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.
Eke Panuku Development Auckland is a council controlled organisation (CCO). Eke Panuku rejuvenates town centres - from small projects that refresh a site or building, to major transformations of town centres or neighbourhoods.
Our name has a long whakapapa. Eke Panuku is derived from the whakataukī (proverb) Eke Panuku, Eke Tangaroa!, which acknowledges the unseen energies of the land and sea. In te ao Māori, Māori mihi to Tangaroa (Atua of the sea) to inspire success, excellence, and progress. We have a role in supporting mana whenua as the kaitiaki [guardians] of Tāmaki Makaurau.
