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Here's a peek at what the job scene is looking like for Government & council workers, employed in Local & regional council roles:

So, what's the pay like?

The average Local & regional council salary is $81,000, remaining consistent over the last 12 months.

So, what's job demand like?

We have 44 Local & regional council jobs available, a 57% jump in job listings over the last 3 months.

So, where are the most vacancies?

Waikato is in the lead, posting 13 listings, followed by Wellington and Canterbury who are both listing 8 jobs each.

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Transport Officer

Listed today

Wellington, Wellington

Use your excellent communication skills to help improve our public transport network.

Make a difference to Metlink's public transport network
Get out and about in our region interacting with the community
Lots of variety working across a seven-day roster

Be an early applicant

Food and Licensing Officer

7 days ago

Kapiti Coast, Wellington

Are you meticulous, organised, and ready to make a real impact? We are looking for a skilled Food and Licensing Officer to join our team!

Dependant leave – because family matters.
Free on-site parking – say goodbye to parking hassles.
Free access to pools – dive into fun.

Full-time, Permanent

Senior RMA Monitoring and Enforcement Officer

7 days ago

Porirua, Wellington

Use your specialist knowledge of the Resource Management Act to influence sustainable development within Porirua City.

Full-time, Permanent

Strategy, Policy & Compliance Officer

Listed yesterday

Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty

We’re seeking a motivated Strategy, Policy and Compliance Officer to join our Organisational Performance and Innovation group.

$70K - $80K annually

Great Team!
Fun work environment
Excellent employee benefits and working conditions

Be an early applicant

Treatment Technician - Kaitoi Rawekeweke

Listed yesterday

Hauraki, Waikato

Are you a qualified treatment technician looking to contribute to the wellbeing of your community? Join Hauraki District Council in this full time rol

Full time, permanent role
Competitive salary and benefits.
Ongoing training and development

Be an early applicant

Projects & Operations Administrator - Kaiwhakahaer

Listed yesterday

Hauraki, Waikato

Are you an organised, detail-oriented individual looking for a rewarding role in local government? Hauraki District Council is seeking a Projects and

Be an early applicant

Senior Sports Field Specialist

8 days ago

Porirua, Wellington

Manage and maintain Porirua's A-Grade Ground, Porirua Park. Ensure the grounds are in maintained in pristine condition and ready for game days.

Full-time, Permanent

Transport Reporting & Insights Specialist

Listed yesterday

Wellington, Wellington

Provide quality data, analysis and reporting to improve the running of Wellington's public transport system.

Make a difference to how Wellington gets around
Bring your passion for data and public transport to the role
Friendly team of data experts

Be an early applicant

Senior Advisor - Official Information & Privacy

9 days ago

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Join our legal team to lead LGOIMA and Privacy Act work - advising, training, and coordinating official info requests across Council.

Take the next step in your career with us
Excellent benefits including wellbeing perks and flexible work options
Friendly, supportive team environment

Full-time, Permanent

Lifeguard - Casual on Call - Taupo

5 days ago

Taupo, Waikato

If you share our commitment to putting the customer experience first, you'll be a great fit here?

Bring your passion for exceeding customer expectations to our like-minded team
Become a valued member of our awesome team
Make a real contribution to the community

Be an early applicant

Senior Lifeguard - AC Baths

5 days ago

Taupo, Waikato

Looking to progress your career, but also wanting to live life to the full? Then Taupo District Council is the place for you!

Join us for a rewarding career full of opportunities to develop
Say goodbye to long commutes & join us in Taupo
Bring your skills & experience to our high performing team

Be an early applicant

Swim Instructor | Kaiako Kauhoe

15 days ago

Porirua, Wellington

Change lives through teaching our Tamariki to swim, flexible part time hours, work in a team environment.

Part-time, Permanent

Swim Instructor - Part time

15 days ago

Taupo, Waikato

Here's your chance to be part of creating a better future for the beautiful Taupo District and its community.

Bring your passion for exceeding customer expectations to our like-minded team
Become a valued member of our awesome team
Great people; Great culture; Great community

Part-time, Permanent

Manager Transport | Kaiwhakahaere Ikiiki

16 days ago

Porirua, Wellington

Lead a motivated and dedicated team to ensure people can move around Porirua safely and efficiently. Be the steward of all roading corridor assets.

Senior leadership opportunity
Make a meaningful difference for our city
Diverse and challenging role

Full-time, Permanent

Port Assistant - Tarakohe (Part Time)

15 days ago

Tasman, Nelson / Tasman

We are looking for a ‘can-do' person to assist in our harbour operations at Port Tarakohe in Golden Bay.

Part time role - 20 hours per week
Flexible working environment
Supportive team culture and hands-on leadership

Part-time, Permanent

Gardener Labourer

Listed today

Gore District Council

Gore, Southland

Do you enjoy working outside and have a green thumb for maintaining the outdoor spaces, then we have a role for you!

You will enjoy working outside and get great satisfaction from a job well done!
Continuous Career Development
Supportive Team Culture

Quick apply

Be an early applicant

Parks Officer

8 days ago

Whanganui District Council

Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui

The Parks and Property team are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our Council

Access to wellbeing resources and workplace support
Subsidised flu vaccination, eye and health check ups
Flexible work arrangements and a family friendly work environment

Quick apply

Environmental Planner - Consents

14 days ago

Stratford, Taranaki

Are you keen to support sustainable decisions that influence the way Taranaki lives, works and grows while also growing your planning career?

Active social club
Flexible working options
Professional growth

Full-time, Permanent

Three Waters Technician

15 days ago

Waimate District Council

Waimate, Canterbury

We are currently seeking a highly motivated person to join our Three Waters team as a Three Waters Technician.

Full training and support
Full time permanent role
Supportive team culture and hands-on leadership

Quick apply

Water Services Technician

15 days ago

Ashburton District Council

Ashburton, Canterbury

- Administer and oversee new connections to Council’s ‘3 waters’ infrastructure - Work in our brand-new building in the heart of the CBD

Full-time, Permanent

Lifeguards - Fulltime

22 days ago

Taupo, Waikato

Here's your chance to be part of creating a better future for the beautiful Taupo District and its community.

Bring your passion for exceeding customer expectations to our like-minded team
Become a valued member of our awesome team
Great people; Great culture; Great community

Full-time, Permanent

Manawatu Community Trust - Trustee Vacancy

16 days ago

Manawatu, Manawatu / Whanganui

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in your community? The Manawatu Community Trust invites experienced professionals to join our Boa

Join the Manawatū Community Trust as a Trustee!
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
A rewarding and fulfilling experience.

Part-time, Contract

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