Job Description

• Exciting career development opportunity in the event planning space.

• Be part of a fun team of high performing events professionals

• Permanent position – based in Takapuna – must be able to work evenings, public holidays and weekends as required

Auckland Transport Operations Centre (ATOC) is a joint venture between Auckland Transport and NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, which works behind the scenes to help keep people and freight moving and to help ensure anyone who uses our transport network has a safe and efficient journey.

The Event Planning team is responsible for leading the planning and delivery of ATOC’s response to a diverse range of events and activities, which includes temporary traffic management and other transport solutions.

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

The key purpose of our highly valued Event Coordinator is to support ATOC’s planning for a diverse range of events and activities, mitigating the impact of activities on our transport network, with an intention of improving customer outcomes at the very heart of our response.

The work will be varied, and you will be responsible for a range of tasks including development of operational plans, administration, finance support, and reporting. You will have the opportunity to assist with the planning for a range of events and activities including major sporting fixtures, concerts, protests, and significant weather events.

Due to the nature of this role, you must have the ability to be flexible with hours and days of work. You will need to be able to work evenings, public holidays and weekends as required.

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About you | Ko koe tēnei

To be successful in this role you will bring:

• An exceptionally positive attitude first and foremost.

• A keenness to develop your knowledge and capability in the event planning space.

• Excellent administration skills including in finance.

• Ability to foster strong and effective relationships.

Appointment base salary is from $63,000 - $70,000 per annum (with KiwiSaver employer contribution of 3.5% on top of base salary).

About us | Ko wai mātou

ATOC is a joint venture between Auckland Transport and NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi which works behind the scenes to ensure our network keeps moving and that whoever uses it has a safe and efficient journey.

Based at Smales Farm ATOC is a 24/7 operation responsible for real-time monitoring of the network for both planned and unplanned events, ensuring the right responses are made in a timely manner to deliver safe journeys for our customers. Additionally, this centre is the eyes and ears of the urban and highway One Network, monitoring a total of over 11,000km of state highways, alongside the Wellington Transport Operation Centre (WTOC).

What we can promise you is an opportunity to make a difference with worthwhile and meaningful work that will impact the future of our network, while also investing in you personally with opportunity for growth and development.

Along with our benefits we also have the NZTA Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance scheme available for permanent employees. Flexible working as standard and five weeks annual leave.

Rā Katinga | Applications close:

9 June 2026

For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.