Executive Assistant to the General Manager Community & Recreation Rangiora
Rangiora | Full-time | Permanent
At Waimakariri District Council, we're committed to making our district a great place to live, work and play. We're looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support our General Manager Community & Recreation.
This is a busy, varied and highly connected role supporting an energetic General Manager and a group responsible for many of the services our communities use every day, including libraries, aquatic facilities, parks, reserves, recreation programmes, community facilities and the Rangiora Airfield.
This isn't a role where you'll be sitting on the sidelines. You'll be at the heart of the business units, managing priorities, coordinating information, building strong relationships and helping ensure things run smoothly across a diverse and active business group.
About the role
Managing a complex and ever-changing diary, inbox and workflow
Coordinating meetings, agendas, papers and action follow-ups
Preparing reports, correspondence and presentations
Building strong working relationships across the organisation and wider community
Anticipating needs, solving problems and keeping things moving
Supporting projects, events and initiatives across the group
This role is based in Rangiora and requires a regular on-site presence to effectively support the General Manager and wider leadership team
About you
Proven experience supporting senior leaders in a complex organisation
The ability to work at pace and confidently manage competing priorities
Strong judgement, initiative and attention to detail
Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
Advanced Microsoft 365 skills
Experience in local government or the public sector would be advantageous, but is not essential
Why join us?
A varied and rewarding role
A supportive and collaborative team environment
Professional development opportunities
The chance to contribute to projects and initiatives that have a positive impact across the district
Ready to take the next step?
If you would like to find out more about this exciting opportunity, for a confidential chat please contact Tennille Reid, Executive Assistant to Chief Executive on 0800 965 468 (0800 WMK GOV).
Please click here to view a copy of the position description. (NB – this link is not compatible with LinkedIn, if required please access via our website: https://careers.waimakariri.govt.nz/#jobs)
If you're a highly capable Executive Assistant, with a strong background who enjoys working at pace, building strong relationships and making a meaningful contribution, we'd love to hear from you.
Applications close on 14 September 2026.
The Council is an equal opportunity employer.
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