Water Resources Officer
- Base salary plus an inclusive benefits package you can tailor to suit your lifestyle
- Professional development opportunities
- Paid day off on your birthday
- Medical insurance
- Permanent, full-time based Richmond, Tasman
About the role
This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll combine field work, data analysis, stakeholder engagement and technical expertise to support sustainable water management across the region.
You'll lead Council's telemetered water metering data collection programme, work closely with water users and industry contractors, and provide critical information that supports resource management, drought response, compliance activities and environmental decision-making.
From analysing water use trends and maintaining quality data systems to supporting flood warning operations and contributing to water resource investigations, you'll play an important part in helping Council make informed decisions for the future.
What you'll bring
We're seeking someone who combines strong technical capability with a practical, collaborative approach.
You'll ideally have:
- A degree in natural or physical sciences, environmental science, hydrology, or a related discipline
- At least five years' experience in environmental monitoring, resource assessment or water resource management
- Experience working with environmental data and time-series databases
- Knowledge of water measurement regulations, water metering systems and compliance requirements
- An understanding of hydrological processes and water resource assessment
- Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly
- Excellent relationship-building skills and a customer-focused approach
- A current driver's licence and willingness to work in the field
- Competent swimming ability and availability to assist during flood response events when required
Why join us?
At Tasman District Council, you'll join a team of passionate people who care deeply about their community, environment and each other.
We offer:
- Meaningful work that makes a real difference to our region
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
- The chance to live and work in one of New Zealand's most spectacular regions
For more information contact the People and Wellbeing Team on 03 543 8988
To download the PD, and to apply for this role go to: https://careers.tasman.govt.nz/Vacancies and enter Ref6926891
Applications close 18 September 2026
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