Operations Coordinator - Sports and Recreation

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting more than 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers.

This role sits within the Sport and Recreation team, which delivers high-quality services and facilities to support student wellbeing and engagement.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking an Operations Coordinator to ensure the safe and efficient operation of our Sport and Recreation facilities, at our new state-of-the-art Recreation Centre, Hiwa. You’ll play a key role in coordinating administration for facility maintenance, asset management managing bookings and accounts receivable, championing health and safety reporting, and enhancing customer experience, building strong relationships with University departments and external suppliers.

In this position, you’ll be instrumental through your strong administrative skills to contribute to the daily operations of our Sport & Recreation Centre, collaborating closely with the broader Sport and Recreation team.

This is a fixed term, 37.5 hours per week, on a full-time contract for 12 months (as the role supports the operations of a newly established facility, the fixed term allows the team to reflect our intention to access on going staff needs as we work through our first full year of operations).

This is a Band E role with a salary range of $62,400 – $77,800 per annum.  For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this position description.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Located on Symonds Street, our Sport and Recreation team is passionate about delivering exceptional services and experiences to students, staff, and the wider community. You’ll be working alongside a collaborative and energetic group committed to promoting active wellbeing.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You’ll bring at least three years’ experience in administration or operations coordination, ideally within a fitness or recreation environment. You’re organised, and confident in coordinating accounts, contractors, bookings, and assets. Strong communication skills are essential, along with a proactive attitude and, along with the ability to take on complex administrative duties and adopting to new systems and software quickly delivering high quality outcomes.

Due to the nature of the role, the role will require for the successful candidate to complete Police Vetting clearance checks.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices
• Gym Membership
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• Five weeks' annual leave
• Career development programs
• Discounted car parking
• Generous parental leave allowance
• Childcare support and discounts

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 8th of August 2025 (NZST) to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please note that we may close the advert earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Please reach out to Georgia Gregory on [email protected]  for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

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Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz