Working here at the Wairoa District Council means being part of a motivated, supportive and customer-focused team in one of the best little rural towns in New Zealand. By applying for a position here, you will have the opportunity to join a group of talented professionals who like to have fun and enjoy a caring, tight-knit environment. Below are the current opportunities to join our team.


Infrastructure Operations Engineer | Mataaro Whaipainga
Are you ready to take on a rewarding challenge in a vital community focused role? We are looking for a dedicated and energetic Infrastructure Operations Engineer to help us maintain and enhance the essential infrastructure that supports the people of Wairoa.
Location: Wairoa | Job ID: 6841028 | Closing Date: 11 Jan 2026
GIS Officer | Kaiurungi Ngaio Papa Whenua
Wairoa District Council is looking for a skilled and motivated GIS Officer to join our team and support the effective management, analysis and development of our spatial data systems. This role plays a key part in enabling smart planning and informed decision-making across the organisation.
Location: Wairoa | Job ID: 6839906 | Closing Date: 11 Jan 2026
Wairoa District Council is looking for someone who's passionate about supporting our district to be prepared for, respond to and recover from emergencies.
Location: Wairoa | Job ID: 6837575 | Closing Date: 14 Dec 2025
