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

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Democracy Advisor

at Wellington City Council

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Support democratic decision making in Pōneke
Deliver high quality governance support
Provide trusted governance advice & manage agendas across Council & committees

Support democratic decision making in Pōneke
Deliver high quality governance support
Provide trusted governance advice & manage agendas across Council & committees

We are looking for a governance professional to support our Democracy Services team as a Democracy Advisor.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Policy and Corporate Planning Team Leader

at Waimakariri District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full 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

The Council is looking for a strong strategic thinking Policy and Corporate Planning Team Leader to make a difference for our district.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed one day ago

Customer Service and Stakeholder Rep

at Waikato Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$58,000 – $65,000 per year

Make a community impact connecting people to region’s public transport network!
Generous leave entitlements, L&D opportunities & a great social club.
Permanent + full-time role.

Make a community impact connecting people to region’s public transport network!
Generous leave entitlements, L&D opportunities & a great social club.
Permanent + full-time role.

Customer‑focused & Admin professional wanted to be the welcoming face of public transport, helping customers with Bee Card, BUSIT, Te Huia & Flex.

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

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

1d ago

Listed three days ago

PA/Office Manager

at Auckland Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

From 80000 to 89000 NZD per year

Help deliver the aspirations of the local board and the community
Hybrid role, primarily based in Ōrākei
Salary will be $80,000 to $89,600 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution

Help deliver the aspirations of the local board and the community
Hybrid role, primarily based in Ōrākei
Salary will be $80,000 to $89,600 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution

Provide PA and office support to local board chair, members, team, and local area manager.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Customer Service Officer - Huia Pool + Fitness

at Hutt City Council

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Are you passionate about water safety?
Fun, cohesive team environment
Full training provided and outstanding benefits

Are you passionate about water safety?
Fun, cohesive team environment
Full training provided and outstanding benefits

Join Huia Pool reception team! Deliver great customer service, assist visitors, handle bookings and enjoy training, benefits and a friendly team.

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

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

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Customer Experience Enablement Officer

at Taupo District Council

This is a Full time job

Taupo, Waikato

plus a generous total rewards proposition

Live, work and thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Great people; Great culture; Great community
Join us for a rewarding career full of opportunities to develop

Live, work and thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Great people; Great culture; Great community
Join us for a rewarding career full of opportunities to develop

Make a difference where it matters most! If you're passionate about helping people, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

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

1d ago

Listed sixteen 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)

16d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Assistant Cemetery Caretaker (Sexton)

at Ashburton District Council

Expiring soon

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)

16d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

PA/Office Manager

at Auckland Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Panmure, Auckland(Hybrid)

From 80000 to 89000 NZD per year

Help deliver the aspirations of the local board and the community
Hybrid role, primarily based in Local Board office in Panmure
Flexible working and option to purchase an extra week of leave

Help deliver the aspirations of the local board and the community
Hybrid role, primarily based in Local Board office in Panmure
Flexible working and option to purchase an extra week of leave

Provide PA and office support to local board chair, members, team, and local area manager.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Team Leader Safe City Guardians (Fixed Term)

at Rotorua Lakes Council

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$74,671 – $87,848 per year

Great working conditions & Benefits
Work/Life Balance
Further your career!

Great working conditions & Benefits
Work/Life Balance
Further your career!

We require a motivated individual to lead and manage the daily deployment of the Safe City Guardian team and to be a conjugate for other agencies.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

2d ago

Listed seven days ago

Democracy Advisor

at Wellington City Council

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Support democratic decision making in Pōneke
Deliver high quality governance support
Provide trusted governance advice & manage agendas across Council & committees

Support democratic decision making in Pōneke
Deliver high quality governance support
Provide trusted governance advice & manage agendas across Council & committees

We are looking for a governance professional to support our Democracy Services team as a Democracy Advisor.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed thirteen minutes ago

Registration and Compliance Officer - Expression of Interest

at Auckland Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Manukau, Auckland(Hybrid)

$65k to $77k p/a plus Kiwisaver and benefits

Engage dog owners through education and targeted registration work
Conduct field operations and enforce the Dog Control Act when needed
Collaborate with the team and work across Auckland communities

Engage dog owners through education and targeted registration work
Conduct field operations and enforce the Dog Control Act when needed
Collaborate with the team and work across Auckland communities

Supports public safety by promoting dog registration, education, and compliance across Auckland.

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13m ago

Listed two days ago

Machine Operator – Sports Fields

at Porirua City Council

This is a Full time job

Porirua, Wellington

Join a motivated and hardworking team
Enjoy working in our great outdoors
Earn the living wage and make a difference in your community

Join a motivated and hardworking team
Enjoy working in our great outdoors
Earn the living wage and make a difference in your community

Help keep Porirua City’s sportsfields looking beautiful by maintaining the surrounding areas. 2x roles available until 20 October 2026.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Sportsground Operator

at Napier City Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Hourly range $27.81-$29.59 dependent on exp

Permanent Full Time | 42.5 Monday to Friday | Multi site role
Operational site in Onekawa, Napier, but spend most time out across our grounds
Health insurance work scheme + Retail discounts + many more employee benefits

Permanent Full Time | 42.5 Monday to Friday | Multi site role
Operational site in Onekawa, Napier, but spend most time out across our grounds
Health insurance work scheme + Retail discounts + many more employee benefits

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in a job well done, and love being part of the local sport scene, this could be the role for you

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

7h ago

Listed seven days ago

Spray Operator

at Citycare Property

This is a Full time job

Burnside, Canterbury

Spray and control vegetation across Christchurch’s open spaces to high standards
Full-time, Monday–Friday role with training, support, and quality PPE provided
Join a values-driven Kiwi organisation

Spray and control vegetation across Christchurch’s open spaces to high standards
Full-time, Monday–Friday role with training, support, and quality PPE provided
Join a values-driven Kiwi organisation

Keep Christchurch’s parks thriving as a Spray Operator—hands-on outdoor work, strong team culture, training, and PPE provided.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

7d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Animal Control 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! 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)

15d ago

Listed nine days ago

Administrator

at Hutt City Council

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Well Being Benefits + Flexible Working Options

Great benefits, including birthday leave and well being support
Make a real impact supporting essential transport services in your community
Join a supportive, high-performing team

Great benefits, including birthday leave and well being support
Make a real impact supporting essential transport services in your community
Join a supportive, high-performing team

Play a key role supporting transport services,coordinate tasks, manage processes, and help deliver essential projects that keep your community moving.

subClassification: Records Management & Document ControlRecords Management & Document Control

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

9d ago

Listed ten days ago