At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our mission is protecting, connecting and enhancing Otago's environment, now and for the future - Mou, moku, mo tatou, For you, for me, for us. To be sure we can deliver on our responsibilities, we are evolving as an organisation, and we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us to get there.
We think Otago's a pretty special place. It covers a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers, and wild beaches. Our environment here is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an Environmental Data Officer or Senior Environmental Officer to join our Environmental Delivery Data and Systems team on a permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week) basis, in our busy Dunedin or Queenstown or Alexandra office.
We are open to all skill levels to this role – both with some experience and senior experience, with details covered below for what the team is after.
The purpose of this position is to provide high level of technical and process expertise to the Environmental Delivery Data team with a primary focus on consent compliance related data.
As an Environmental Data Officer/Senior Environmental Data Officer, you will be responsible for:
· Receiving, collating, archiving, and process compliance data, relating to air discharges, water quality, water metering, bore log returns and gravel extraction
· Liaising with various third-party data providers
· Conducting regular checks on the daily progress of data processing especially telemetry data
· Helping to maintain up to date Environmental and Compliance databases with all relevant staff in ORC
· Providing support to Consents and policy staff for consents renewals information as required
If you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy working in a supportive team, this is the role for you!
About You
Environmental Data Officer
Our Environmental Data Officer ideal candidate will have:
· A degree in Environmental Sciences, Hydrology or database management or equivalent level of experience
· 5 years’ experience in related/relevant field
· Understanding of data collection, processing, recording archiving and following and maintaining data procedures
· Strong organisational skills
· Can build effective relationships with all levels of the organisation
Senior Environmental Data Officer
Our Senior Environmental Data Officer ideal candidate will demonstrate all the skills, knowledge and experience expected of an Environmental Data Officer, in addition to:
· 10 years’ experience’ in a related/relevant field
· Experience with Aquarius or other Time Series Archiving and analysis software
A full job description for both can be found here - 2021 Senior Environmental Data Officer - Position Description.pdf
What we offer
We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that that we care.
To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:
How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application, including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button. Please specify in your application which role you are applying for.
Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
At ORC, we value diversity, and the different strengths people bring. We can provide flexible recruitment options such as virtual interviews, online kōrero, or whānau-inclusive interviews. If you would like to have whānau support with you during your interview, just let us know—we welcome it!
Learn more about who we are — join our online whānau! Check out our website -Managing Otago’s environment | Otago Regional Council to see what life at ORC is like.
All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.
Environmental Data Officer – approx. $71,260 - $83,835
Senior Environmental Data Officer – approx. $89,239 - $104,987
Applications close: Tuesday 3 November 2026
For further information, please contact human.resources@orc.govt.nz