Planning and Scheduling Coordinator

New Zealand Government Joba; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life cover up to $300,000

Critical illness protection

Flexible working arrangements

Savings schemes

Mortgage broker services

Job summary

New Zealand Government Joba at Linton Military Camp seeks a detail-focused Training and Resources Coordinator to support the delivery of training courses, oversee course tasks and resource planning, and advise training providers to ensure well-timed, structured schedules. The role may offer flexible working arrangements after onboarding.

Ideal candidates will bring planning and coordination experience within training, strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, excellent

Qualifications

• Planning and coordination experience ideally within the training/learning space.
• Confident communication and relationship management skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Able to manage multiple demands and work well under pressure.
• Strong problem solving abilities - demonstrates sound judgement and decision-making expertise.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and ideally have some knowledge of scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the overall delivery of training courses.
• Maintaining oversight of the course tasks and resourcing activities.
• Providing assistance and advice to training providers.
• Identifying, sourcing and providing resources as required for all courses.
• Ensuring courses are well planned, scheduled and timetabled correctly.

Skills

Planning & coordination

Communication & relationship mgmt

Organisational skills

Multitasking under pressure

Problem solving

MS Office Suite

Scheduling software

Tools

MS Office Suite

Scheduling software

Job description

Mo te tunga | About the roleWork as a member of our experienced team who are dedicated to enabling training and education for staff through the effective scheduling and resourcing of planned training courses.You will be responsible for:Contributing to the overall delivery of training courses.Maintaining oversight of the course tasks and resourcing activities.Providing assistance and advice to training providers.Identifying, sourcing and providing resources as required for all courses.Ensuring courses are well planned, scheduled and timetabled correctly.This role is based at Linton Military Camp. Once you have undergone training and are up to speed, there may be the option for flexible working arrangements.Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and ExperienceThis role requires excellent attention to detail and unrivalled people and planning skills as you juggle, negotiate, collaborate and investigate your way towards the best resourcing solutions. Ultimately you will be seen as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert in your allocated area of work.The key skills and experience required for this role are:Planning and coordination experience ideally within the training/learning space.Confident communication and relationship management skills.Excellent organisational skills.Able to manage multiple demands and work well under pressure.Strong problem solving abilities - demonstrates sound judgement and decision-making expertise.Proficient in MS Office Suite and ideally have some knowledge of scheduling software.Applications may be reviewed upon receipt. It is advised to apply early to avoid disappointment, as this role may close ahead of time due to a high volume of applicants.Nou te rourou | What's in it for youYour skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that's just the beginning - safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all - irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics - NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.Me pehea te tuku tono | How to ApplyApplications close on Thursday 8 October 2026.Use the links on this page where you will be directed to the Defence Careers website.Please Note:All applications must be made online, via the Defence Careers website. Each listing contains the Position Description and a Contact Us option for any queries or technical issues.Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.NZDF Employees/Members - please apply internally via the HR Toolkit; this will ensure that you are visible as an internal candidate.NZDF Contractors - please apply via the Defence Careers website.NZDF Reserves - please apply via the Defence Careers website if you cannot access the HR Toolkit.Please Note:To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria. Here's what you need to know:Low Level Security ClearanceYou must be a New Zealand citizen or you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.At minimum, you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, and you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last five (5) years.You must have a five (5) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.If you do not meet the minimum criteria, unfortunately, your application will not be accepted. We do welcome your application at a time when you will meet the requirements.