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

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

We’re focused on creating a healthy environment, strong economy and resilient communities - matching our skills and resources with the vision and aspirations of our people. Our mahi involves working in partnership with tāngata whenua and our communities to protect and care for our waters, land, air and native life, while building our region’s resilience and adapting to a changing climate. When you join us, you’re part of something bigger- helping Taitokerau thrive for generations to come. 

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

Join our Climate and Natural Hazards team as a Natural Hazards Analyst in a meaningful fixed-term role through to 30 June 2027, working 25 hours per week based in our Whangārei Office. This position sits at the intersection of science, data, and community, where you’ll play a key role in helping people across Taitokerau better understand natural hazard risks. From interpreting flood models and GIS data to responding to public enquiries, you’ll turn complex technical information into clear, practical insights that support informed decision-making. 

In this role, you’ll engage with a wide range of stakeholders - from members of the public to internal teams and partner agencies - providing accurate, well-reasoned guidance on hazards such as storms, flooding, coastal inundation and erosion, landslides, drought, and wildfire. You’ll prepare tailored responses including maps, summary information, and written advice, carefully explaining assumptions, limitations, and uncertainty in hazard data. Drawing on your understanding of climate change impacts, you’ll ensure information is both technically sound and accessible to non-technical audiences, while using your judgement to escalate more complex or sensitive enquiries where needed.

Working collaboratively within the Climate and Natural Hazards team and alongside Rivers and other council teams, you’ll help build strong relationships internally and externally to support coordinated responses. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys translating data into meaningful outcomes, thrives on clear communication, and wants to contribute to safer, more resilient communities across Northland.

He kōrero mōu / About you

We are looking for someone who can bring the following skills, knowledge, personal qualities and experience to our diverse team: 

• Appropriate degree in geography, earth science, environmental science, or an equivalent level of understanding of climate change and natural hazards.
• Experience in a customer focused role preferred.
• Experience with GIS (e.g. ability to view, query and extract spatial information) essential. f
• Working knowledge of flood modelling outputs and flood hazard concepts favourable.
• Ability to readily interpret and communicate complex technical information clearly to different audiences.  

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. Our organisation celebrates collective efforts and achievements and recognises 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 Climate Action and Natural Hazards Manager, Natalie Child (Nataliec@nrc.govt.nz).  To view the job description, visit our careers site where the following link will work: JD: Natural Hazards Analyst

Applications close on 14th June 2026 
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.