2022 Information and Travel Consultant

With the re-emergence of life slowly getting back to normal activities our team have an exciting opportunity to work with a team of local experts in our beautiful city. If you have a passion for travel, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

As an Information and Travel Consultant, you are the start of our visitors journey responsible for selling products and experiences from Hamilton and New Zealand to local and international tourists. The ideal candidate will be passionate about service delivery and be willing to go above and beyond for our visitors. You will be a team player, with a "can-do" attitude.

You will have a background in sales, preferable within a tourism environment, knowledge of our city, our region and New Zealand is essential. We have two permanent part time positions available:

• Friday and Saturday (5 hours per day)
• Sunday and Monday (5 hours per day)

The Hamilton i-SITE is owned by the Hamilton City Council and is based in a beautifully preserved heritage building. We are committed to shaping a world-class city with people who will think differently, act with integrity, make it happen and work together.

This is your chance to be part of an organisation committed to making Hamilton a great place to live, do business and visit.

If this role sounds like it's for you, we would love to hear from you. This role will begin interviewing as applications are received.

Learn more about the role by clicking here to view a copy of the position description!

Hamilton City Council requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. We will require proof that you have received the first and second doses of the COVID-19 vaccination and your commitment to retaining your vaccination status by receiving follow-up booster vaccinations.

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. This role is covered by the Children's Act 2014, which means that shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo all safety checking requirements under the Act before commencing employment, as well as during employment. Short-listed candidates may be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol assessments, credit check and a Ministry of Justice or Police vetting check.

We will only collect personal information from you, or any relevant agencies with your consent, in accordance with our obligations in the Privacy Act 2020, which are to only undertake pre-employment screening checks relevant to the specific duties and functions of the role being advertised. The types of checks we conduct will vary depending on the role. You can find more information by clicking here about our recruitment process including the specific checks we undertake for each role.

Hamilton City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture.

Please note this role is being sourced directly and we are not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies. Due to border restrictions, only people who are already eligible to live and work in New Zealand should apply. Evidence will be required.