Building great communities through employing great people. Will you be one of them?
How to apply
Thanks for your interest in working for the Tasman District Council. All applications for our current vacancies are captured online below – simply click on the role that’s of interest to you, and then hit the ‘Apply Now’ button. You’ll also find the job description for the role there too.
If you’ve made the decision to apply, you’ll need to complete the application form and attach copies of your CV and cover letter. So have those prepared in advance to make things easier – saved as a PDF is best.
Please note: We are an accredited employer, so please ensure you provide full detail on your current residency status.
Team Leader - Financial Accounting (Fixed Term)
We are seeking a Team Leader in a fixed term capacity for our financial accounting team to cover a period of extended parental leave.
Location: Richmond | Job ID: 6870791 | Closing Date: 22 Mar 2026
Policy Planner - Natural Resources
Play an integral part in Tasman district's growing communities. Join our team in this full time role as Policy Planner - Natural Resources. Based in Richmond, Tasman offering $96,282 - $106,980 + 7% benefits package.
Location: Richmond | Job ID: 6869672 | Closing Date: 22 Mar 2026
Compliance & Investigations Officer - Rivers
Ready to make an impact on the ground? Apply now and help protect the Tasman region's natural environment.
Location: Richmond | Job ID: 6865751 | Closing Date: 11 Mar 2026
Team Leader - Compliance & Investigations
Are you ready to take the next step in your compliance career and lead a team making a real difference for our environment and community?
Location: Richmond | Job ID: 6865745 | Closing Date: 04 Mar 2026
This is a key role supporting the financial management of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services that our communities rely on every day.
Location: Richmond | Job ID: 6864797 | Closing Date: 09 Mar 2026
Chief Financial Advisor - Fixed Term (2 years)
Lead Modern Finance at Tasman District Council - Help shape how we deliver public value for our communities.
Location: Richmond | Job ID: 6864134 | Closing Date: 11 Mar 2026
Are you an experienced leader committed to delivering accessible, high-quality library services that foster learning, connection and community wellbeing?
Location: Richmond | Job ID: 6857579 | Closing Date: 03 Mar 2026
What to expect after you apply
Once the vacancy closes you'll be contacted within 7 days as to whether or not your application has been successful. If you've been shortlisted for an interview, you'll be contacted by one of the People & Wellbeing team to arrange a time to come in and meet with some of the team.
We typically only do one interview, however depending on the seniority of the role or the role itself, we sometimes require two interviews. For mid-senior level and team leader/manager roles, you may also be required to undertake psychometric testing.
In your interview, there will be a member of the People & Wellbeing team, the Hiring Manager and either their Manager or one of the senior member's of their team. Our interview questions are predominantly behavioural and skills-based.
Summer Student Internships
Every year we employ a number of Summer Students across the Council to work for a period of 12-16 weeks over the summer months (mid-November to February). This is a great opportunity to gain work experience in your field of study, advertising begins early July, All applications are to be submitted via our website in July.
We typically have vacancies in Engineering, Environmental Information (Hydrology, Resource Science and Biosecurity), Information Services and Regulatory (Compliance Monitoring).
If you're an Engineering student interested in a Rivers Engineering career/Summer Student position, check out this website for more information - Careers | Resilient River Communities - Careers | Resilient River Communities (resilientrivers.nz).
