Job Description

• Enable greater resilience and help reduce risks natural hazards risk for the community
• Great culture and support
• Flexible working and option to purchase an extra week of leave

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council’s Engineering, Assets and Technical Advisory department has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Natural Hazards specialist to join the Natural Hazards team.

This is a critical role focused on providing expert advice on natural hazards to enable greater resilience and reduce risks for Auckland Council and the community. You will support council-wide initiatives to manage natural hazard risks and integrate climate change considerations into risk management where relevant.

As the Senior Natural Hazards Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• leading and coordinating natural hazard risk management actions across the council group, addressing knowledge gaps
• collaborating with internal teams and academic partners to inform long-term planning
• providing technical assessments and advice on natural hazard issues
• developing and maintaining natural hazard datasets and supporting their use in council activities

He kōrero mōu: About you

This role requires experience in the Natural Hazard and Risk Management space. You have experience in similar roles within large, complex or political organisations.

We will be looking for specific experience with the key role requirements:

• relevant tertiary qualification in science, natural hazards, geology, or a related discipline
• strong scientific and analytical rigour with demonstrated applied experience in hazard and risk assessments
• sound knowledge of natural hazards risks management and disaster risk reduction strategies
• knowledge of Auckland’s natural hazard-scape and relevant legislation
• an understanding and passion for applying te ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi to natural hazards risk management

We still encourage you to apply if you have some but not all these requirements.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer 

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

Applications close: Sunday 11 January 2026

Find a copy of the position description HERE

This role has a remuneration range of $105,000 to $125,000

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered

This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. A full driver's license is a requirement.

Auckland Council 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.