Parking & By-Law Officer – Mobile LPR Patrol

Hutt City Council; Wellington; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Volunteer leave

Wellbeing allowance

Living wage

Friendly team

Job summary

Hutt City Council is seeking a Parking Warden to help keep Lower Hutt moving safely and fairly. You will balance education, customer service and enforcement while patrolling areas and operating the mobile LPR vehicle.

This role suits someone who stays calm under pressure, communicates clearly, and treats people with fairness. A full NZ driver's licence is required; benefits include leave and a competitive pay package.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Calm, professional approach when dealing with a wide range of people.
• Good physical fitness and stamina for a field-based role.
• Ability to understand and apply legislative information.
• Full Class 1 driver licence, with manual and automatic capability.
• Strong written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Work Tuesday to Saturday.
• Promote compliance with parking bylaws and relevant legislation.
• Educate the public and use discretion to achieve positive outcomes.
• Issue infringement notices and investigate abandoned vehicles.
• Drive and operate the mobile Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) vehicle.
• Identify and report faulty meters, road markings and signage.
• Respond to public enquiries professionally and accurately.
• Plan patrol routes to maximise time in the community.
• Assist with administrative duties and provide evidence at Court when required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

De-escalation

Professionalism

English proficiency

Driving licence

Physical fitness

Education

National Certificate in Parking Level 3

KiwiHost or similar qualification

Job description

Hutt City Council is seeking a Parking Warden to help keep Lower Hutt moving safely and fairly. You will balance education, customer service and enforcement while patrolling areas and operating the mobile LPR vehicle.

This role suits someone who stays calm under pressure, communicates clearly, and treats people with fairness. A full NZ driver's licence is required; benefits include leave and a competitive pay package.