The Role / Person
Are you interested in asset management databases and data analysis? Here is your chance to step into the data world!
We are looking for a Policy Asset Coordinator to assist our Policy Asset Analyst with the development, implementation and maintenance of the asset management databases and analysis for parks and council-owned properties. You’ll be busy collecting and maintaining accurate and high-quality data that supports informed and effective decision-making to support the management of our parks and property assets.
We are after someone who’s tech-savvy, community-minded, and a confident communicator. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is adaptable, quick off the mark, eager to learn, and brings a great attitude to the team. Ideally, you will have:
- Advanced IT skills – especially databases and spreadsheets. Some GIS knowledge is a plus.
- A good grasp of asset management or policy development and knowledge of parks and community facilities would be an advantage.
- Excellent writing skills, with the ability to contribute to the development of asset management plans, activity management plans, and related documentation. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- A willingness to embrace change.
If you are looking for a supportive work environment and want to be part of a passionate team that values collaboration and continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!
This is a permanent role and offers 40 hours per week. The annual salary for this role is $73,743.65 - $86,757.24 per annum. Check out a copy of the position description here. For further information please email us at [email protected].
You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job. Applications close at 5:00pm, 24th August 2025; however, we may appoint before the closing date if we find suitable applicants during the recruitment process! So if you are interested get your application in quick. Applications can be registered through our career’s website www.timaru.govt.nz/jobs.
The District
Timaru District is a thriving and innovative community. It is the central hub for the South Island, servicing a large agricultural heartland, with a growing economy that provides the import and export gateway for primary sectors. We boast a Top 10 most loved beach in New Zealand and have access to mountains, rivers and lakes, making Timaru an ideal destination for recreational, sporting and cultural pursuits.
Let’s not forget about that 7 minute commute to work!
The Organisation
The Timaru District Council aims to enable democratic local decision-making and action by, and on behalf of communities, to promote the social, economic, environmental, and cultural well-being of its communities in the present and for the future. With around 400 staff, there are a diverse range of roles from front facing community to support and technical specialists.
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