ACT Government Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

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Official Information Request/Business Advisor - supporting Senior Leadership

at Wellington City Council

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Starting salary from $90,060 + 5weeks annual leave

Lead information requests as the specialist for a business unit
Bring your innovation and critical thinking to support a Senior Leader
5 weeks annual leave + flexible working arrangements

Lead information requests as the specialist for a business unit
Bring your innovation and critical thinking to support a Senior Leader
5 weeks annual leave + flexible working arrangements

Join this forward-focused, dynamic, innovative service managing and leading our OIA process and responses. Be respected for your specialist knowledge.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Head of Security & Privacy

at Education Perfect Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Flexible working location - from home or one of our NZ offices
Comprehensive benefits package with equity bonus plan included
Work remotely for up to 90 days a year from approved locations worldwide

Flexible working location - from home or one of our NZ offices
Comprehensive benefits package with equity bonus plan included
Work remotely for up to 90 days a year from approved locations worldwide

We’re looking for an experienced Head of Security & Privacy to lead how we approach information security, privacy and AI governance across EP.

subClassification: SecuritySecurity

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

Featured

Listed four days ago

Communicator Trainee

at New Zealand Police

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Join NZ Police and help create safer futures for our communities.

subClassification: Customer Service - Call CentreCustomer Service - Call Centre

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

4d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Senior Business Partner - Ministerial and Government Services

at Land Information New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Annual full-time salary from $120,000-$126,000

Support Ministers and ensure high-quality official correspondence
Work in a supportive, dynamic team & engage with experts across the organisation
Foster continuous improvement & mentor team members in ministerial processes

Support Ministers and ensure high-quality official correspondence
Work in a supportive, dynamic team & engage with experts across the organisation
Foster continuous improvement & mentor team members in ministerial processes

Join LINZ and lead ministerial services, OIA responses, and stakeholder engagement while driving process improvement and automation.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed five days ago

Strategic Communications and Marketing Advisor

at New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$139,133 – $173,917 per year

Collaborate with leaders across government, research, and industry
Build and lead a high-impact communications function
Work at the intersection of innovation and government

Collaborate with leaders across government, research, and industry
Build and lead a high-impact communications function
Work at the intersection of innovation and government

Lead the communications strategy that shapes NZIAT’s voice, brand, and national influence.

subClassification: Marketing CommunicationsMarketing Communications

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

5d ago

Listed seven days ago

Compliance Officer

at Christchurch City Council

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Join a team that protects whats matters
Lead the charge ensuring our compliance activities are fair
Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities

Join a team that protects whats matters
Lead the charge ensuring our compliance activities are fair
Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities

Join a team that protects what matters - the safety of our residents, the integrity of our environment, and the wellbeing of our communities

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

7d ago

Listed five days ago

Case Management Support Officer

at New Zealand Police

This is a Full time job

Auckland

C $63,526.00 - $66,975.00

Case Management Support Officer

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Contract Manager, Permanent - Auckland or Wellington

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$90,743 - $109,980

Manage contracts and provider relationships for DSS
Drive high-quality service delivery and robust contract management
Join a collaborative, purpose-led public sector team

Manage contracts and provider relationships for DSS
Drive high-quality service delivery and robust contract management
Join a collaborative, purpose-led public sector team

Join our Disability Support Services team to manage provider relationships, drive high performance, and ensure the effective use of public funds.

subClassification: Contracts ManagementContracts Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Programme Manager

at Cowater International New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland(Hybrid)

International Development Programme Manager to deliver a three-year bilateral programme between New Zealand and Indonesia.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

14d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Official Information Request/Business Advisor - supporting Senior Leadership

at Wellington City Council

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Starting salary from $90,060 + 5weeks annual leave

Lead information requests as the specialist for a business unit
Bring your innovation and critical thinking to support a Senior Leader
5 weeks annual leave + flexible working arrangements

Lead information requests as the specialist for a business unit
Bring your innovation and critical thinking to support a Senior Leader
5 weeks annual leave + flexible working arrangements

Join this forward-focused, dynamic, innovative service managing and leading our OIA process and responses. Be respected for your specialist knowledge.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty five days ago

Building Control Officers

at Solutions Team

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Attractive Salary Packages
Remote and Flexible work arrangements available

Attractive Salary Packages
Remote and Flexible work arrangements available

Building Control Officers NZ-wide. Remote options available. Join a supportive team making building compliance practical and impactful

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Senior Compliance Officer

at Taumata Arowai

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$111,370 (90%) - $123,744 (100%) - $142,306 (115%)

Permanent Christchurch based role
Supportive, high performing team environment
Contribute to improving drinking water safety for all New Zealanders

Permanent Christchurch based role
Supportive, high performing team environment
Contribute to improving drinking water safety for all New Zealanders

Join us to grow your career in regulatory compliance and ensure New Zealanders have access to safe drinking water every day.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Complaint Officer

at Real Estate Authority

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Support high standards of conduct in the real estate sector
Be part of a busy team dealing with consumers real estate enquiries & complaints
Seeking experience in customer service or compliance and diverse perspectives

Support high standards of conduct in the real estate sector
Be part of a busy team dealing with consumers real estate enquiries & complaints
Seeking experience in customer service or compliance and diverse perspectives

Apply your customer service or compliance experience dealing with consumers' real estate enquiries & complaints in a supportive organisation.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Head of Security & Privacy

at Education Perfect Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Flexible working location - from home or one of our NZ offices
Comprehensive benefits package with equity bonus plan included
Work remotely for up to 90 days a year from approved locations worldwide

Flexible working location - from home or one of our NZ offices
Comprehensive benefits package with equity bonus plan included
Work remotely for up to 90 days a year from approved locations worldwide

We’re looking for an experienced Head of Security & Privacy to lead how we approach information security, privacy and AI governance across EP.

subClassification: SecuritySecurity

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

14d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Youth Coach

at Springboard Community Works

This is a Part time job

Warkworth, Auckland(Hybrid)

Youth Coach (fixed-term) in Albany. Support rangatahi into education, training, and work through hands-on coaching. Part-time job share (20 hrs/week).

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Compliance Officer

at South Wairarapa District Council

This is a Full time job

Martinborough, Wellington

Play a key role in ensuring compliance through inspections, investigations, and engagement, delivering fair and practical outcomes for the community.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Analyst, Built Environment and Energy Transition

at Climate Change Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Full time, permanent position
Energy and transport expertise delivering on of Climate Change Response Act
Flexible and inclusive working practices

Full time, permanent position
Energy and transport expertise delivering on of Climate Change Response Act
Flexible and inclusive working practices

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated quantitative analyst or modeller to join us as an Analyst

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Office Administrator

at AVADA Traffic NZ Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Stable position within a group that values teamwork, safety, & professionalism.

Stable position within a group that values teamwork, safety, & professionalism.

Support Christchurch branch across admin, pricing, sales support, and coordination in a varied and fast paced office role.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

11d ago

Listed six days ago

Compliance Officer Biosecurity

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$77k to $86k p/a plus Kiwisaver and benefits

Deliver proactive biosecurity compliance across the Auckland region
Mix of fieldwork, engagement and regulatory action in a dynamic team
Support Māori outcomes through education, collaboration and enforcement

Deliver proactive biosecurity compliance across the Auckland region
Mix of fieldwork, engagement and regulatory action in a dynamic team
Support Māori outcomes through education, collaboration and enforcement

Drive biosecurity compliance across the Auckland region with a mix of fieldwork, engagement, and regulatory action.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Graduate Planner - Fixed Term

at Ashburton District Council

This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

Kick-start your planning career with real hands-on experience.
Learn from experienced planners in a supportive team environment.
Make a meaningful impact in a fast-growing district and community.

Kick-start your planning career with real hands-on experience.
Learn from experienced planners in a supportive team environment.
Make a meaningful impact in a fast-growing district and community.

Kick-start your planning career with a hands-on Graduate Planner opportunity!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed seven days ago

Policy Analyst

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$79,200 - $95,873

A fixed-term, eight month vacancy in the Social Impact Team
A role requiring strong internal and cross-agency engagement
Bring your relationship-building skills and collaborative approach

A fixed-term, eight month vacancy in the Social Impact Team
A role requiring strong internal and cross-agency engagement
Bring your relationship-building skills and collaborative approach

Are you passionate about supporting and influencing social change for families, whānau, and individuals across Aotearoa New Zealand?

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Ministerial Advisor (Expression of Interest)

at Department of Internal Affairs

This is a Full time job

Wellington

$99,025 - $141,915

Ministerial Resourcing are seeking expressions of interest for the Ministerial Advisor role, across Ministerial Offices.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Senior Accounting Analyst / Accounting Partner (APAC)

at RELX

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$92,000 + Super + Incentive

Deliver financial insights and support decisions across APAC
Lead reporting, audits and compliance across multiple markets
Partner with stakeholders to improve data, controls and processes

Deliver financial insights and support decisions across APAC
Lead reporting, audits and compliance across multiple markets
Partner with stakeholders to improve data, controls and processes

Drive financial insights and accounting excellence across APAC in a global, data-driven team with strong stakeholder exposure.

subClassification: Financial Accounting & ReportingFinancial Accounting & Reporting

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

7d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Procurement Lead

at Robert Walters

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

5 weeks annual leave

5 weeks annual leave
Public Sector with flexibility
Own the procurement function strategy for the group

5 weeks annual leave
Public Sector with flexibility
Own the procurement function strategy for the group

Lead strategic procurement for a respected public organisation, driving value, sustainability, and positive community outcomes in a flexible role.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Financial Controller - Wellington or Christchurch

at Cello Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Senior finance leadership role blending operational rigour with strategic commercial partnership. Step up, lead a team, and help shape Cello's future.

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

12d ago

Listed three days ago

Accounts Receivable Officer

at Robert Half Finance & Accounting

This is a Full time job

Onehunga, Auckland

$70k - $80k p.a. + KiwiSaver

Own the AR function in a purpose-driven org. On-site chef, medical insurance, flex hours.

subClassification: Accounts Receivable/Credit ControlAccounts Receivable/Credit Control

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Compliance Officer Stormwater - fixed term until 30 June 2027

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$77k to $89k p/a plus Kiwisaver and benefits

Frontline stormwater compliance across the Auckland region
Ensure adherence to RMA, Building Act and Local Government Act
Support communities to reduce future flood and cyclone impacts

Frontline stormwater compliance across the Auckland region
Ensure adherence to RMA, Building Act and Local Government Act
Support communities to reduce future flood and cyclone impacts

Ensuring stormwater compliance across Auckland while supporting communities impacted by floods and cyclones.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Community Lease Specialist

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Manage leases for council assets to deliver community benefits
Engage with stakeholders and customers of Council, local boards & the community
Permanent Full-Time opportunity

Manage leases for council assets to deliver community benefits
Engage with stakeholders and customers of Council, local boards & the community
Permanent Full-Time opportunity

Manage leases for council assets to deliver community benefits

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Real Estate & Property(Real Estate & Property)

12d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Manager Compliance

at Otago Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Approx. $139,000 - $164,000

Attractive Employee Benefits
Great People and Culture
Flexible Working Conditions

Attractive Employee Benefits
Great People and Culture
Flexible Working Conditions

If you are interested in leading a team and having an impact, then this is the role for you!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Property Assistant

at Australian High Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$69,292.68 per year plus KiwiSaver

Exciting opportunity to work with Australia
Seeking a WHS Savvy professional with a proactive approach
Be part of a dynamic and collaborative team environment

Exciting opportunity to work with Australia
Seeking a WHS Savvy professional with a proactive approach
Be part of a dynamic and collaborative team environment

Property Assistant supports maintenance, contractor coordination, and daily property operations, with a strong focus on WHS compliance.

subClassification: AdministrationAdministration

classification: Real Estate & Property(Real Estate & Property)

7d ago

Listed three days ago

Strategy and Policy Advisor

at Hamilton City Council

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Two Wellbeing days per year
Free health insurance and discounted. membership rates for family members.
Opportunities for professional development.

Two Wellbeing days per year
Free health insurance and discounted. membership rates for family members.
Opportunities for professional development.

Strategy and Policy Advisor role at Hamilton City Council to improve community outcomes.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Manager Investigations North

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$132,417-$160,472

Strategic leadership role
Shape the future of regulatory compliance

Strategic leadership role
Shape the future of regulatory compliance

Lead a team of investigators working across multiple regulatory regimes

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago•Expiring

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