Data and GIS Lead

Join us at New Plymouth District Council!

Tūhono mai ki Te Kaunihera-ā-Rohe o Ngāmotu!

Who are we? - Ko wai mātou?

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu - New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) is dedicated to serving our community and enhancing the quality of life for those who live, work, and visit here. We are guided by the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to fostering partnerships that respect and celebrate our district's rich cultural heritage. Through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, we aim to deliver exceptional services and initiatives that support our vision of building a thriving, connected, and future-focused district. At Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive and dynamic organisation that values people, creativity, and progress.

The opportunity - Te āheinga

Keen to make a real impact with data and digital leadership? We're on the lookout for a Data and GIS Lead to join our Digital Enablement leadership team at New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) on a four-year fixed-term contract.

This is a unique opportunity to help lift data maturity across the organisation - bringing both strategic thinking and hands-on know-how. You'll lead the design, planning, and continuous improvement of our data and GIS functions, making sure they're fit for purpose and aligned with what our people and community need.

You'll work closely with teams across the business to understand their drivers, support smarter decision-making, and ensure our data is well-managed, accessible, and trusted. It's a role where you can bring your leadership, technical expertise, and collaborative approach to the table - and help shape how we use data to deliver better outcomes for our district.

If you're passionate about data strategy, GIS, and making a difference through digital innovation, this could be the next step in your career.

Key responsibilities - Ngā haepapa matua:

• Lead strategic and operational planning for the organization's Data management practices, focusing on meeting business needs and requirements through data functions
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the Data strategy, supporting the goals outlined in the Digital Strategy
• Promote the use of Data, GIS and BI solutions as a means of capturing, interpreting, analysing and understanding information
• Manage the day-to-day Data and GIS team service delivery and support Council staff in their use of all Data
• Champion data literacy and ensure council data and information is managed, accessible, fit for purpose and of good quality
• Create appropriate strategies, processes and policies to promote and facilitate the integration, quality, and availability of all data for the Enterprise Data solution
• Ensure Data and GIS Platform technologies are kept up to date.
• Identify process improvement opportunities for the Data and GIS team and the wider organisation, looking to automate manual processes removing duplication of data and effort
• Ensure data assets in the organization are managed in a secure manner, adhering to regulatory compliance, security and privacy requirements
• Oversee the end-to-end management of the organization's data assets (data lifecycle, information lifecycle)
• Keep current with trends and issues within the Data Management space, adapting and transforming the business's Data Management process and technologies to support further business growth and opportunities

Essential skills and experience - Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako:

• Tertiary qualification in information technology, GIS or related discipline
• Strong business analysis capability with five plus years of experience gathering and interpreting reporting requirements
• Experience in data management, data warehousing and reporting technology or GIS related discipline

Desirable:

• Experience working with Kaupapa Māori, competency in Tikanga and a dedication to applying Te Ao Māori lens
• Experience working in a complex public facing environment with working knowledge of Local Government legislation

Why Taranaki? - He aha ngā hua o te rohe nei?

Taranaki is a region like no other, offering a perfect balance of career opportunities and lifestyle. Nestled between the stunning Mounga Taranaki and the sparkling Tasman Sea, it's a place where you can explore world-class hiking trails, surf pristine beaches, and enjoy vibrant arts and culture, all within minutes of each other. The region boasts affordable living, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community, making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. Whether you're seeking adventure, tranquillity, or a bit of both, Taranaki provides an unparalleled quality of life that will make every day feel extraordinary.

What we offer - Ngā ratonga

At New Plymouth District Council, we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff.

This includes the following:

• Solid career pathways
• Learning and development opportunities
• Personal and professional growth
• 'Our Peoples Package' that spans wellbeing, development, benefits, culture and recognition

You can expect to start in this fixed-term, full-time role with a salary of between $111,531 and $120,204.

Why join us? - Ngā hua o tō hono mai?

We value the wellbeing of our team and provide an inclusive workplace that recognises and rewards your contributions. Together, we're building a better New Plymouth - one step at a time.

Applications close on Wednesday, 12 June 2025.

Be part of a council that values people, culture, and opportunity.

Me tūhono mai koe kia tautoko I te Ngāmotu o āpōpō!

Te Kaunihera-ā-rohe o Ngāmotu is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.