Open Spaces Asset Manager

Selwyn District Council

📍 New-Zealand, New-Zealand, New-Zealand

Full-time Investing & Investment Banking Posted February 27, 2026

Job Description

See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.

Rolleston, New Zealand

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About the role:

Selwyn is growing rapidly, and we're committed to ensuring our open spaces grow with it. As our next Open Spaces Asset Manager, you'll play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the district's parks, reserves, sports spaces, cemeteries, town centre streetscapes, and more.

This is a rare opportunity to lead district‑wide planning, strategy, and investment for one of New Zealand's most vibrant and well‑loved communities. In this role you will be:

Lead strategic planning & investment

  • Drive the development of the Open Spaces Activity Management Plan and budgets covering reserves, sports spaces, streetscapes, public toilets, cemeteries, forestry assets and more.
  • Shape long‑term investment through the Long‑Term Plan, Annual Plan, and 30‑Year Infrastructure Strategy.