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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.

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 HR 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 HR 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.

Please note: At this time we are only considering applicants who are New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.

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Total Record(s): 6

Executive Support Officer - CEO Office

Due to recent promotion we are seeking an Executive Support Officer who will provide administrative assistance to the Executive Assistant to the CEO and their busy office.

Location: Richmond | Job ID: 5513339 | Closing Date: 21 Jun 2021 Share on

Library Assistant - Takaka (10 hours p/w)

If you enjoy helping people as much as you enjoy reading and talking about books, this is the perfect role for you!

Location: Takaka | Job ID: 5512547 | Closing Date: 21 Jun 2021 Share on

Policy Planner - Natural Resources

This is your opportunity to plan and shape your work and life in a piece of paradise.

Location: Richmond | Job ID: 5507609 | Closing Date: 20 Jun 2021 Share on

Building Support Officer

We are looking for an experienced administrator to deliver high quality services to Council's internal and external customers.

Location: Richmond | Job ID: 5504579 | Closing Date: 20 Jun 2021 Share on

Team Leader - Building Compliance

Great team to work with, ongoing professional development, a variety of challenging and interesting work, a day off for your birthday, flexible working options including remote working options.

Location: Richmond | Job ID: 5504540 | Closing Date: 27 Jun 2021 Share on

Property Services Manager

Lead our team of talented property professionals who apply their expertise and knowledge every day to contribute to important projects that impact all Tasman residents.

Location: Richmond | Job ID: 5502443 | Closing Date: 16 Jun 2021 Share on

Other career opportunities

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). Recruitment for Summer Students begins in early July. All applications must be submitted online via the vacancy on our Vacancies page between 1 July and 31 July each year.

We typically have vacancies in Engineering, Environmental Policy, Environmental Information (Hydrology, Resource Science and Biosecurity), and Regulatory (Compliance Monitoring and Harbourmaster).

Why Tasman?

Climate and lifestyle are two of the major factors for people choosing to live and work in the Tasman District. Building great communities through employing great people. Will you be one of them?
What's in it for you?

Ample learning and development opportunities, flexible working options and a benefits package to suit your preferences - just some of the reasons to join our team.
Meet the team

Knowing about the people you are going to be working with is a critical part of selecting your next job – we understand that. So, come and meet some of the people in our team.