Event Coordinator

About the role

The Event Coordinator will support the Auckland Transport Operations Centre’s Event Planning team in preparing and delivering responses to a wide range of events that affect the transport network. Working from the Takapuna office, you will help minimise disruption to customers while contributing to safe and efficient journeys.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain operational plans for events such as major sports fixtures, concerts, protests and extreme weather.
• Provide administrative and finance support, including budgeting, cost tracking and reporting.
• Coordinate temporary traffic management and other transport solutions to mitigate event impact.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure timely and effective event responses.
• Monitor event outcomes and produce post‑event analysis to improve future planning.

Required profile

• Highly positive attitude and willingness to learn within the event planning space.
• Strong administrative and finance capabilities.
• Excellent relationship‑building skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, public holidays and weekends as required.

Required skills

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time role based in Takapuna.
• Salary range $63,000‑$70,000 per year plus KiwiSaver employer contribution.
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile events that shape the city’s transport network.
• Professional development and career growth within a 24/7 operations centre.