Northland Regional Council’s role is to care for and protect Te Taitokerau Northland's environment and communities. Does that resonate with you? 

Ko te aha ā mātou mahi?  / What work do we do?

We work together with tangata whenua and communities to care for the incredible environment and many communities in our rohe, matching our skills and resources with the visions and aspirations of our people. We work to protect and restore healthy waters and our native taonga, through meaningful partnerships with tangata whenua and communities, and to build more resilient and adaptable communities in a changing climate. Here at Te Kaunihera ā rohe o Te Taitokerau | NRC, your mahi makes a real difference to our communities.

Toitū te whenua, toitū te moana, toitū te tangata. If the land is well, if the sea is well, the people will thrive.    
 
Te āheinga / The opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Environmental Data Analyst to bring innovation, automation, and insight to our environmental data systems. Your expertise in data science will be crucial in improving data accessibility for internal and external customers. You'll be a technical specialist with deep expertise in environmental data, managing systems, automating workflows, and applying advanced analytics (including AI) to help our teams unlock the full value of the data we collect. 

In this role, you will:

• Develop and maintain automation processes for data transfer, processing and reporting.
• Support and improve technical hard and soft-based systems.
• Plan and execute specialist technical projects.
• Explore and apply AI and advanced analytics.
• Manage software updates and data system audits, ensuring high standards of quality and security.
• Collaborate with IT and Communications to enhance reporting capabilities and scientific outputs.

This is a role where your work will directly support environmental decisions that shape the future of our rohe.

He kōrero mōu / About you

• You will bring deep technical experience, a collaborative mindset and a passion for working with data. In addition, you will ideally also bring the following;
• A tertiary qualification in environmental science, data science or a related field. 
• 10+ years’ relevant experience in environmental data management and analysis.
• Sound understanding of the principles of good data management and system development.
• Strong programming skills in  R, Shiny, Python, SQL or similar.
• Experience with Hilltop or other time-series management software.
• Confidence using MS Office, ArcGIS and data visualisation software.
• Solid knowledge of hydrology, freshwater management and water quality issues. 
• A proactive and mentoring approach.

Ko te aha ngā painga o te mahi kei konei? / What are the benefits of working here?

Just as you care about your community and environment, NRC cares about you and your wellbeing, as part of our team. Our organisation celebrates collective efforts and achievements, and we recognise every individual for their contributions and dedication to their mahi.    
 
We understand the importance of flexibility, so we’re committed to alternative working arrangements for our staff. We offer a range of flexible work arrangements to suit our people’s varied lifestyles, commitments and cultural needs.
 
Tono mai / Apply 

The mahi we do really makes a difference, so if you are motivated to help nurture our region’s taiao, we are keen to learn more about you.

Want to have a kōrero with us first, or just need more information? If so, contact our Natural Resources Data Manager, Sandrine Le Gars (sandrinel@nrc.govt.nz). When you hit “Apply”, you will be taken through to our external careers site, where you will be able to view the job description: JD: Senior Environmental Data Analyst

Applications close 8 May 2025 

We review applications as they are received. Apply online now, as the close date may change. Please note that we do not accept email applications.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency/citizenship, or a valid NZ work visa.