Parking Warden - Educate, Enforce & Improve Streets

Hutt City Council; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Volunteer leave

Wellbeing Allowance

Living wage

Job summary

Hutt City Council is seeking a Parking Warden to patrol areas, educate the public, and enforce parking bylaws to keep Lower Hutt safer and more accessible.

You will operate the mobile Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) vehicle, respond to enquiries, and assist with admin duties and potential court evidence. A Class 1 driver license and strong customer service skills are essential.

This is a practical, public-facing role with a weekday schedule and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and de-escalation.
• Ability to explain parking rules clearly and calmly.
• Familiarity with parking legislation and bylaws.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas and educate the public on parking rules.
• Respond to enquiries and issue infringement notices when needed.
• Operate the mobile Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) vehicle.
• Identify faulty meters, road markings and signage; report issues.
• Plan patrol routes and assist with administrative tasks.
• Provide evidence in court when required.

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation

Communication

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Tech literacy

Legislation knowledge

English proficiency

Education

National Certificate in Parking Level 3

Tools

Licence Plate Recognition (LPR)

Job description

Hutt City Council is seeking a Parking Warden to patrol areas, educate the public, and enforce parking bylaws to keep Lower Hutt safer and more accessible.

You will operate the mobile Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) vehicle, respond to enquiries, and assist with admin duties and potential court evidence. A Class 1 driver license and strong customer service skills are essential.

This is a practical, public-facing role with a weekday schedule and a supportive team.