Job Description

Geospatial Analyst - 12 Months Fixed Term

• Are you looking for a role where you can help people make sense of location information?
• Are you proactive and results orientated?
• Do you like analysing data and problem solving?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Geospatial Analyst to join our Geospatial Team. This role plays a key part in helping Council make informed decisions through spatial analysis, spatial data and visualisation capability that support services across our organisation.

About the role

As a Geospatial Analyst, you will configure, develop, maintain and support Council’s geospatial applications, spatial data and related systems. You will provide spatial analysis, visualisation and problem-solving expertise to support operational and strategic decision-making across the organization.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and supporting geospatial applications and solutions.
• Delivering spatial analysis, mapping, visualisation and reporting services.
• Managing and maintaining geospatial data and metadata to agreed standards.
• Working closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver practical GIS solutions.
• Contributing to geospatial projects and initiatives that improve services, business processes and organisational outcomes.
• Identifying opportunities to improve data quality, processes and the use of GIS across Council.
• Supporting Emergency Management activities, including participation in response activities when required.

About you

We are looking for a motivated and customer focused GIS professional who enjoys solving problems, working collaboratively and delivering high quality outcomes.

To be successful in this role you have:

• A tertiary qualification in GIS, Geography, Geospatial Science or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Approximately 2-3 years' experience in a GIS or similar role.
• Experience with the ESRI ArcGIS platform.
• Strong analytical, spatial problem-solving and data management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• A proactive, organised and continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience with SQL, database concepts, scripting, system integrations, APIs or enterprise GIS platforms would be advantageous.

Why join us?

At Waimakariri District Council, we are committed to making Waimakariri a great place to be, in partnership with our communities. We are a respectful, progressive team delivering value for our customers and supporting each other to succeed.

We offer:

• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Interesting and varied work that makes a visible difference to our community.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Modern technology and a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• The opportunity to help shape the future direction of geospatial services across Council.

Apply now

If you are looking for a role where you can use your GIS expertise to solve meaningful problems, influence business outcomes and contribute to your community, we’d love to hear from you. If you would like to find out more about this role, please contact Sheryl Cowan, Geospatial Team Leader on 0800 965 468 (0800 WMK GOV) for a confidential discussion. Applications close 13th November 2026.

Please click here to view a copy of the position description.

Please note, to apply for this role you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.