"Fleet & Parking Supervisor"

Job Description:

• Join a high-performing, supportive team
• Play a key role in campus operations and safety
• Coordinate fleet and parking services across campus

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

Play a key role in keeping the University of Waikato running smoothly by coordinating fleet and parking services that support staff, students and visitors every day. In this varied and hands-on role, you will oversee the operational coordination of the University’s vehicle fleet, driver safety processes, and parking services across our campuses —ensuring they operate safely, efficiently and with a strong customer focus.

Working within Property Services and reporting to the Campus Security & Emergency Manager, you will supervise day-to-day fleet and parking activities, maintain compliance and service standards, and contribute to a positive user experience across campuses.

You will manage fleet maintenance and compliance (servicing, WOF/COF, registration, RUC where applicable), monitor utilisation and telematics data, and respond to incidents, damage and user enquiries. You will also coordinate parking operations including permits, system administration, customer support and operational planning for parking compliance and special events.

Working closely with Campus Security and a range of internal teams, you will help ensure policies and processes are understood and followed. You will also coordinate external suppliers, maintain accurate records, and produce KPI and cost reporting to support planning and continuous improvement.

Salary will be in the range of $87,624 to $100,214 per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time, permanent role based on our Hillcrest Campus in Hamilton.

For more information on the role please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Gaynor Morgan, Business Administration Manager at gaynor.morgan@waikato.ac.nz. All applications must be submitted through the online portal; emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

You’re a highly organised, customer-focused coordinator who enjoys keeping services running smoothly and solving practical problems. You bring sound judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a calm and professional manner.

You have experience in fleet operations, transport, vehicle servicing or a related environment, and are confident coordinating suppliers and maintaining compliance documentation. You’re comfortable working with systems and data, and able to produce clear, useful reporting that supports operational decision-making.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A full, clean New Zealand driver licence and strong safety focus
• Strong administrative skills and excellent attention to detail
• Experience coordinating vehicle servicing, repairs and compliance
• Proven ability to work with suppliers and manage service delivery
• Strong customer service skills and a collaborative approach
• Clear communication skills and professionalism in sensitive situations
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and relevant systems
• Experience monitoring utilisation and preparing KPI and cost reports
• Ability to support day-to-day team coordination and a positive team culture

Experience in a tertiary or public sector environment would be advantageous. We value a wide range of lived and professional experience—if you can demonstrate the capabilities listed above, we encourage you to apply.

Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?

Property Services supports the University’s strategic and operational goals by managing the campus estate and delivering essential services that enable teaching, learning and research to thrive.

This role sits within Campus Operations & Risk Management, which includes facilities and grounds maintenance, fleet and service operations, and campus security and emergency management.

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success! Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.

Applications Close on April 7, 2026

Requisition number: 1003532