District Council Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive

This is a Part time job

Modern, state of the art office in central location
A busy and varied role with great staff benefits

Modern, state of the art office in central location
A busy and varied role with great staff benefits

We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Executive Assistant to provide seamless support to our Chief Executive and Governance team.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

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Official Information and Privacy Requests Officer

at Gisborne District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance
Work with and for the community

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance
Work with and for the community

Be our go-to expert for LGOIMA & privacy. Coordinate requests, advise staff, and help us meet our obligations with care and consistency.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed eleven days ago

Housing Officer (two roles)

at Waimakariri District Council

This is a Part time job

Rangiora, Canterbury

Competitive remuneration

Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life-balance
Make a difference in the Community

Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life-balance
Make a difference in the Community

We are looking for two superstars who can provide a high level of service and responsiveness to the Council’s Elder Housing Tenants.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Animal Control Officer

at Gisborne District Council

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Community-focused Animal Control Officer supporting safety through education, engagement, and enforcement while upholding bylaws and care for animals.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed eight days ago

Manager, Community Operations

at South Wairarapa District Council

This is a Full time job

Martinborough, Wellington(Hybrid)

Ready to lead great people doing meaningful work for the community? This is an exciting opportunity to join SWDC as Manager, Community Operations.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Land Development Engineer/Graduate Land Development Engineer

at New Plymouth District Council

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Open to applicants at both experienced and graduate levels
Five weeks annual leave and birthday leave
Apply now!

Open to applicants at both experienced and graduate levels
Five weeks annual leave and birthday leave
Apply now!

We're looking for a Land Development Engineer - and we're open to applicants at both experienced and graduate levels.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Library Assistant

at Otorohanga District Council

This is a Part time job

Otorohanga, Waikato

$44,070 - $51,848 per annum

Located in the Picturesque Ōtorohnaga
A part‑time role (32 hours per week)
Help connect our community with stories, information and welcoming library space

Located in the Picturesque Ōtorohnaga
A part‑time role (32 hours per week)
Help connect our community with stories, information and welcoming library space

Help connect our community with stories, information and welcoming library spaces - all in a role that truly makes a difference.

subClassification: Library Services & Information ManagementLibrary Services & Information Management

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

23h ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

ICT Network & Systems Administrator

at Grey District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Greymouth Central, West Coast

$89,000 – $92,400 per year

Life Work Balance
Sick leave upon commencement
Off Street Parking

Life Work Balance
Sick leave upon commencement
Off Street Parking

Seeking an experienced ICT Network & Systems Administrator. Responsible for ensuring the performance, security, and resilience of Council’s network

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19h ago

Listed ten days ago

Gardener - 12-month Fixed-term

at Timaru District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

$29.47 – $30.36 per hour

Permanent full-time position in Timaru
Make a positive impact on the Timaru District community
More staff benefits available!

Permanent full-time position in Timaru
Make a positive impact on the Timaru District community
More staff benefits available!

The Timaru District Council is seeking one experienced Gardener to join our team for 12 months!

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed four days ago

Waste & Litter Collector (fixed term)

at Whakatane District Council

This is a Full time job

Whakatane, Bay of Plenty

Play a role in caring for Whakatāne District's public spaces
Great team culture
Fixed Term, fulltime position

Play a role in caring for Whakatāne District's public spaces
Great team culture
Fixed Term, fulltime position

Join our Open Spaces team to help keep our district clean, safe and welcoming.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Customer Support Officer

at Whanganui District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Whanganui Central, Manawatu

Permanent full-time opportunity
Flexible working hours
A Competitive Salary

Permanent full-time opportunity
Flexible working hours
A Competitive Salary

Join Council in this full time permanent role as Customer Support Officer.Flexible working hours, competitive salary, support team environment!

subClassification: OtherOther

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

15d ago

Listed three days ago

People Experience Administration Specialist

at Hastings District Council

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Contribute to meaningful mahi that supports our community
Join a supportive, down-to-earth People Experience team.
Develop your HR career in a large, diverse organisation.

Contribute to meaningful mahi that supports our community
Join a supportive, down-to-earth People Experience team.
Develop your HR career in a large, diverse organisation.

Be the backbone of our People Experience team - a fast-paced, varied role supporting the full employee lifecycle and making a real impact every day.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Assistant Cemetery Caretaker (Sexton)

at Ashburton District Council

This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

Permanent full-time opportunity, with training and development opportunities.
Outdoor work that is meaningful and rewarding.
A highly varied role with diverse tasks and responsibilities.

Permanent full-time opportunity, with training and development opportunities.
Outdoor work that is meaningful and rewarding.
A highly varied role with diverse tasks and responsibilities.

Support our Cemetery Caretaker (Sexton) maintaining our cemeteries and undertaking various cemetery operational tasks including burials.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

11d ago

Listed three days ago

P&O Administrator (Fixed Term and Permanent Role)

at Hauraki District Council

This is a Full time job

Paeroa, Waikato(Hybrid)

$57,869 - $68,081

Opportunity for Personal Development
Positive and Supportive Working Environment
Flexible Work Opportunities

Opportunity for Personal Development
Positive and Supportive Working Environment
Flexible Work Opportunities

We currently have two full time roles in our P&O Admin team one permanent and one fixed term 18 months.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Poplar and Willow Nursery Assistant

at Gisborne District Council

This is a Part time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Permanent, part-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Permanent, part-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Hands-on nursery role growing poplar & willow stock. Planting, maintenance, and community support. 20 hrs/week with a supportive team.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Community Connector

at Manawatu District Council

This is a Full time job

Feilding, Manawatu

Community driven role, an opportunity to drive impact
$76,200 to $89,600 with five weeks' annual leave
Full time, permanent position

Community driven role, an opportunity to drive impact
$76,200 to $89,600 with five weeks' annual leave
Full time, permanent position

Do you enjoy building relationships, spotting opportunities, and bringing people together? Join the team at Manawatū District Council

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

Expression of Interest - District Licensing Committee

at Waikato District Council

This is a Part time job

Ngaruawahia, Waikato

Great decision-making skills?
Former alcohol licensing experience?

Great decision-making skills?
Former alcohol licensing experience?

Join Waikato District Council’s independent District Licensing Committee to support fair, transparent alcohol licensing decisions. Apply now!

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed ten days ago

Emergency Management Officer

at Wairoa District Council

This is a Full time job

Wairoa, Hawkes Bay

Be part of a team that responds when it matters most
Varied and dynamic work where no two days are the same
Work in a role that values adaptability, teamwork and initiative

Be part of a team that responds when it matters most
Varied and dynamic work where no two days are the same
Work in a role that values adaptability, teamwork and initiative

Are you ready to make a real difference in your community and be part of a team that steps up when it counts?

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Official Information and Privacy Requests Officer

at Gisborne District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance
Work with and for the community

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance
Work with and for the community

Be our go-to expert for LGOIMA & privacy. Coordinate requests, advise staff, and help us meet our obligations with care and consistency.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

30d+ ago

Listed nine days ago

Property Officer

at Waitomo District Council

This is a Full time job

Te Kuiti, Waikato

Be part of an innovative workplace to utilise your skills
Make a difference to your community
A workplace that supports work/life balance, health and wellbeing

Be part of an innovative workplace to utilise your skills
Make a difference to your community
A workplace that supports work/life balance, health and wellbeing

Join us and be responsible for the day to day delivery and oversight of our diverse property portfolio, ensuring everything is maintained and managed

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed four days ago

Assistant Accountant

at Selwyn District Council

This is a Full time job

Rolleston, Canterbury

Flexible working – up to 40% from home (two days per week)
Broad, hands-on role with exposure to a wide range of accounting activities
Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow your career

Flexible working – up to 40% from home (two days per week)
Broad, hands-on role with exposure to a wide range of accounting activities
Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow your career

Step into a varied Assistant Accountant role where you'll build your skills, work across a range of finance activities, and enjoy flexible working.

subClassification: Assistant AccountantsAssistant Accountants

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Building Services Officer

at Gisborne District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Carry out inspections, assess consents, and ensure compliance with the Building Act and NZ Building Code - apply today!

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Community and Youth Coordinator

at Manawatu District Council

This is a Full time job

Feilding, Manawatu

Full time, permanent position
Join and supportive team and play an important role in our community
A supportive work environment

Full time, permanent position
Join and supportive team and play an important role in our community
A supportive work environment

Community foccused? Come join the Manawatū District Council team in this full time role as our Community and Youth Coordinator.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

4d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Compliance Officer - Forestry

at Gisborne District Council

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Field-based role. Undertake site visits to forestry areas, assist with risk-based inspection and provide timely compliance reporting - apply today!

subClassification: Regional CouncilRegional Council

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

16d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Road Officer X2 - Full-time & Part-time

at Timaru District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Part time job

Timaru, Canterbury

$38.56 – $45.36 per hour

Permanent full-time/part-time positions in Timaru
Join a collaborative team known for efficiency, innovation, and great results!
More staff benefits available

Permanent full-time/part-time positions in Timaru
Join a collaborative team known for efficiency, innovation, and great results!
More staff benefits available

Timaru District Council is looking for two Road Officers for our Land Transport Group!

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

17d ago

Listed nine days ago

Shelter Officer (Animal Management)

at Far North District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Kaikohe, Northland

$60,889 – $67,654 per year

Meaningful, community‑focused impact
Free $100,000 life insurance scheme (conditions apply)
Learning & Development plan to ensure your ongoing growth and success

Meaningful, community‑focused impact
Free $100,000 life insurance scheme (conditions apply)
Learning & Development plan to ensure your ongoing growth and success

Play a hands‑on role caring for animals in Council care and supporting positive animal welfare and community outcomes.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed five days ago

Events Centre Venue Assistant (Administration)

at Carterton District Council

This is a Part time job

Carterton, Wellington

Located in Carterton, Wairarapa
Permanent part-time (19 hours/week)
Supportive team and opportunities to develop new skills

Located in Carterton, Wairarapa
Permanent part-time (19 hours/week)
Supportive team and opportunities to develop new skills

Join a great team at the Wairarapa Events Centre, learn new skills and contribute to our success! Please note: this role is not in Wellington!

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

AMS Data Support Analyst

at Selwyn Water Limited

This is a Full time job

Rolleston, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Join a growing, future-focused utility
Contribute to the foundations of strong, data‑driven asset management
Work in a supportive, collaborative, and purpose‑led environment

Join a growing, future-focused utility
Contribute to the foundations of strong, data‑driven asset management
Work in a supportive, collaborative, and purpose‑led environment

This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to define the engineering foundations of a brand-new water organisation.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

10d ago

Listed three days ago

Front of House Assistant

at Ashburton District Council

This is a Part time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

Deliver exceptional service to our visitors.
Be part of a thriving art gallery and museum determined to raise the bar.
People and community focussed.

Deliver exceptional service to our visitors.
Be part of a thriving art gallery and museum determined to raise the bar.
People and community focussed.

Contribute to a welcoming and vibrant cultural facility while engaging with a diverse range of visitors.

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

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

3d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Team Lead, Finance

at South Wairarapa District Council

This is a Full time job

Martinborough, Wellington(Hybrid)

Full-time 37.5 hours per week

Full-time 37.5 hours per week

Apply your technical accounting expertise and financial leadership skills.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive

at Ashburton District Council

This is a Part time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

Modern, state of the art office in central location
A busy and varied role with great staff benefits

Modern, state of the art office in central location
A busy and varied role with great staff benefits

We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Executive Assistant to provide seamless support to our Chief Executive and Governance team.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

15d ago

Listed ten days ago

Executive Assistant to Mayor and CE, 12 months fixed term

at Thames-Coromandel District Council

This is a Full time job

Thames, Waikato

Interpersonal and communication expert, solution-focused mindset
12 month fixed term
Flexible work arrangements and a family friendly work environment

Interpersonal and communication expert, solution-focused mindset
12 month fixed term
Flexible work arrangements and a family friendly work environment

Experienced executive office administrator

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

10d ago

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