Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator
Job Description
Be the ambassador of fun, creativity, and enjoyment!
Connect communities and foster bonds through exciting activities
Elevate your career with an organisation committed to diversity and growth
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity to join our supportive team at Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village in Stoke, Nelson as an Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator. This is a Full Time position working Tuesday to Saturday 0930-1630.
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
Endless amounts of enthusiasm
Ability to modify approaches to meet evolving needs
A want and willingness to brighten the lives of our residents
An excellent ability to build rapport and connect with others, and bring people together
Desireables
Musical talent skills or ability
Connections to the wider community
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.
Job details
Reference #
74819
Closes on
08 Aug 2026 23:55
Location(s)
Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village - Stoke Nelson NZ
Expertise
Activity and Lifestyle Coordinator
Job level(s)
Intermediate
Work type(s)
Permanent full-time
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