Service Officer

Do you want a change in lifestyle?

If so, here's your opportunity

About our District - Our mission is to make our communities better and this role will play a key part in achieving this. We are located in a tranquil area of New Zealand offering some of the best access to the great outdoors. We also boast attractive housing prices for your town, village or rural lifestyle and we are within commuting distance to larger centres.

About our Organisation - We are an energetic and progressive, values-based organisation, which is dedicated to providing quality services and facilities for our communities. We place strong emphasis on our organisational culture, which in turn creates strong engagement across our team. We employ people with a 'Can Do' attitude who want to work for a united organisation with a strong sense of family that is proud to serve its communities.

At STDC, we offer a proven "best place to work" environment, access to a sick leave bank, flexible working opportunities and retention incentive benefit upon five years of employment. Our team culture encourages innovation, we care about your professional development, and you will be working with an elite and motivated team of professionals.

About the Role - The appointee will be responsible for ensuring that the district's water networks are operated and maintained in an effective manner, that customer service enquiries relating to the provision of these services are dealt with in accordance with Council policy, while also carrying out specific projects and works as required by the Network Team Leader.

Do you have what it takes? - This position would suit a candidate with a relevant engineering qualification such as NZCE in Utilities Maintenance (Level 4) or National Certificate in Water Reticulation (Level 4). You will have a sound working knowledge in reticulation and industry practices and proven experience in operation and maintenance of water reticulation systems as well as great administrative skills.

About You - You will be working alongside an experienced and supportive team in an environment that is both rewarding and enjoyable. You will have a great work ethic, strong attention to detail, the ability to communicate easily with the public and be dependable with great time management. If you are interested in joining a small friendly group, have an understanding or experience of Reticulation systems, great people skills, a positive attitude and a willingness to work in a busy team environment, this could be the position you are looking for.

Applicants for this position must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand, therefore must have NZ residency or hold a valid NZ work visa. In terms of residence class visa applications, priority will be given where the applicant is in New Zealand.

South Taranaki District Council is an Accredited Employer so if you're moving to the region, we can offer practical support and some financial assistance. This includes employer sponsorship for your visa application.

The salary range for this position is between $77,220pa and $85,800pa and the appointed starting level will be dependent on skills and experience and will be discussed during interviews with shortlisted candidates.

If this role appeals to you, head over to our website where you can access the background information and job description for the role. If submitting an application, please ensure you provide a covering letter outlining your skills and experience for the role along with your most current CV.

Applications close at 4pm on Monday 8 December 2025 or when a suitable candidate has been appointed to the role.

Applications Close: 07 Dec 2025