Current career opportunities

 With the region experiencing significant growth and development it's an exciting time to join Kaipara District Council.

We are a small council where our communities and our people are at the heart of everything we do. We embrace a diverse and inclusive culture within a supportive team environment, and offer flexible working and a good work-life balance so our people can enjoy everything the beautiful Kaipara region has to offer. 

Explore the roles we're actively recruiting for below. If you don't find an opportunity that perfectly matches your skills at the moment, you can still connect with us by sending an email to careers@kaipara.govt.nz. Feel free to introduce yourself, share your CV, and let us know about your background. By doing so, you'll become part of our talent pool, and if any fitting employment opportunities arise in the future, we'll reach out to you directly.



Total Record(s): 4

Team Manager, Libraries

Lead library services across Kaipara! Drive innovation, manage budgets, oversee operations and build community relationships.

Location: Dargaville | Job ID: 6897434 | Closing Date: 16 Jun 2026



Communications Advisor

Drive clear, impactful communications that engage communities and support council's strategic goals across multiple channels and projects.

Location: Mangawhai | Job ID: 6896969 | Closing Date: 10 Jun 2026



Governance Advisor

Help deliver Council's democratic processes through meeting coordination, governance support and effective documentation.

Location: Mangawhai | Job ID: 6896312 | Closing Date: 09 Jun 2026



Senior Governance Advisor

Support Council decision-making through governance coordination, statutory advice and key democratic process responsibilities.

Location: Mangawhai | Job ID: 6893957 | Closing Date: 07 Jun 2026





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