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GIS Specialist
About the Role
Stratford District Council is recruiting for a GIS Specialist to join the team.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading the management, development, and continuous improvement of Council's spatial data, GIS products, and services, while providing technical expertise, training, and leadership across Council.
This position is full time, working (40 hours per week), based at the Stratford District Council, Miranda Street, Stratford. The salary range for this position is $83,000 to $93,000 per annum, with the starting rate based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.
Stratford District Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received. To avoid disappointment, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
About You
You will have a tertiary qualification and/or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline, with at least 3 - 5 years' experience in a GIS role, ideally within a council or similar organisation
The ideal candidate will have strong GIS expertise, particularly within ArcGIS desktop and web environments, along with experience in spatial data management, data integration, and SQL. They will demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, work collaboratively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment. A willingness to support and train GIS users, while contributing to continuous improvement is essential.
Stratford District Council is proud of our diverse and inclusive work environment, and our commitment to fostering strong partnerships with Mana Whenua. Our preferred candidate will respect and understand the importance of the Treaty of Waitangi to our mahi, and be open to incorporating Te Ao Māori values and te reo Māori into their work.
Why Work With Us?
Our staff will tell you the best thing about working here is the people, a great staff culture is important to us. We have a positive, energetic work environment with plenty of laughter. Our customers and our communities are at the centre of what we do, and our people are what makes it work. If you join us, you will also benefit from ongoing professional development, a flexible working policy, te reo learning assistance, regular health checks opportunities, subsidised pool visits, an active social club, and free car parking! For candidates relocating to the district, relocation assistance of up to $2,500 may also be available.
About Us
The Stratford District sits in the heart of the Taranaki region, and is the gateway to Taranaki Maunga and the famous Forgotten World Highway. Our district is home to stunning parks and gardens, and there are countless opportunities to explore the landscape, arts and culture and local history. Working in Stratford gives you the best of both worlds; the lifestyle benefits of living in the world-renowned Taranaki region, paired with a workplace that values work-life balance. As a staff member of Stratford District Council there's a lot to be proud of and we welcome you to be part of the experience.
Visit stratford.govt.nz/vacancies to submit your application. Only applications submitted via our website will be considered.
Visit stratford.govt.nz/vacancies to submit your application. Only applications submitted via our website will be considered.
Applications close 06 September 2026