Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our supportive team at our Kevin Hickman Retirement Village in Christchurch as an Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator. This is a full time position working Monday to Friday 0930 - 1600.

For this position you will need to have a full drivers license and be comfortable driving a manual van.

In this role you will:

• Plan and implement a programme of recreational, diversional, social and craft activities for residents
• Promote happiness, wellbeing and quality of life for all residents
• Work closely with, and support your colleagues

About You

To thrive in our supportive and caring environment you will have:

• Strong empathy
• Outstanding communication skills
• A reliable, friendly and professional manner

About Ryman

Ryman is a leader in retirement living and care, employing over 7,700 people in New Zealand and Australia across a wide range of areas, including nursing, village operations, sales, technology, design, and corporate roles.

At Ryman, exceptional care is thoughtfully delivered every day. From meals and activities to maintenance and support, our teams work together so residents can feel confident everything is taken care of – because behind that promise is the standard we’ve always held ourselves to: it’s got to be good enough for mum and dad.

We’re in a period of real transformation, focusing on stronger commercial outcomes, smarter ways of working, and continuing to set the standard in retirement living and aged care.

Benefits of working at a Ryman Village

• Fun, friendly and supportive team environment
• Certainty of hours through fixed rosters
• Work in a beautiful, resort style village
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Ryman Team Benefits Card with discounts from a range of suppliers and retailers

We'd also love you to have experience working in Aged care but that's not essential.

At Ryman, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for Ryman to apply for our vacant positions.

If you share those values and you're looking for a career where your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means a job ad may close before the advertised close date.