Skate Park Guardian

**Taitara Mahi - Skate Park Guardian

Permanent Part-Time*

Te Pae Whīra o Pā Harakeke Flaxmere Skate Park is an award-winning skatepark in Flaxmere. The skatepark has been designed to provide a challenge for skateboarders, in-line bladers and BMXers, while also being accessible for less confident users.

We are currently looking for a Skate Park Guardian, to help us ensure that the skatepark is a safe and user friendly place that will attract families and youth to enjoy the surroundings and environment.  You will also help in the prevention and determent of anti-social behaviour and crime.

This is a permanent part-time position with a minimum of 25 hours per week based on a Monday to Sunday roster.

Ōu wheako – about you

To be successful in this role, you will

Be available to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, evenings and public holidays

Be fit, confident and responsible

Ideally have experience in working with youth – but this is not essential

Be able to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing

Have a mature, even-tempered and cooperative nature, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly.

You definitely don’t need skating skills for this role – it’s all about keeping the park safe, welcoming and well-managed.

Situated in the heart of Ngāti Kahungunu, the Hastings district and Hawke’s Bay offer an enjoyable environment in which to live, work and play. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. Are you keen to be a part of our journey?

Skate Park Guardian JD (if you are viewing this via SEEK - please visit the careers page on our website for a copy of the Job Description)

Applications close: Sunday 1 November 2026

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Please Note: Due to the highly competitive employment market, our vacancy close date may be subject to change if a suitable candidate is found, so don't delay in making your application.