Information Consultant (part time)
We are looking for an outgoing, vivacious travel consultant to provide an outstanding service to promote Whangarei and sell our visitor experiences.
Summary about this job
Travel Agents/Consultants
Company: Whangarei District Council
Location: Northland
Work type: Part Time
Salary: n\a
Phone: +64-3-403-2917
Fax: +64-9-596-8708
E-mail: n\a
Site: n\a
Detail information about job Information Consultant (part time). Terms and conditions vacancy
- Do you have a real passion for Whangarei?
- Are you a great communicator?
- Have you got great knowledge of Whangarei District, Northland and New Zealand?
Whangarei i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and The Hub Information Centre
Our visitor information centres provide an important first point of contact for our national and international visitors, along with assisting our locals. We are looking for an outgoing, vivacious travel consultant who will provide an outstanding service to promote Whangarei and sell our visitor experiences.
You will rotate working between our two information centres (Tarewa Park i-SITE and Te Manawa - The Hub, Town Basin) and must be prepared to work within a 7 day roster including public holidays, so flexibility is a must. To be considered for this position, you will have:
- a real passion for Whangarei
- exemplary sales and customer service experience
- excellent people skills and be well presented
- knowledge of Whangarei District, Northland and New Zealand as a visitor destination
- good written and oral communication
- accuracy with figures and efficient cash handling experience
- ability to work without supervision and cope under pressure
- flexibility to work within a 7 day roster.
In addition, a National Certificate in Travel or Tourism, or industry or sales experience would be an advantage.
Whangarei is emerging as a cosmopolitan centre with a community and business hub that supports a diversity of residents and visitors. The district’s extensive coastline boasts some of the most exquisite beaches and isolated island hideaways, while the wide-reaching farmlands extend into small rural settlements. When combined with the demands of urban growth the variety of our work at Council keeps us challenged and keen for more.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the People & Capability team on: 09 430 4200 or 0800 932 463.
To apply for this position go to http://careers.wdc.govt.nz or click the apply now button.
Applications close 5pm Monday, 6 August 2018.
Rob Forlong
CHIEF EXECUTIVE