Senior Data Specialist

Overview At the Christchurch City Council, our love for our city inspires us as we strive to make it an even better place to live, work and play. A role at the Council is an opportunity to make things happen in the city you are dedicated to. Join our team and be inspired by the people you work with, the community you serve, and the results we share together. Our Digital Unit focuses on delivering world-class solutions that positively impact the lives of people in Christchurch. We offer opportunities to continue developing professional skills across a variety of technology projects. About the role We are seeking a dynamic individual with both leadership and technical skills to take on the role of Senior Data Specialist in our Data Management Team. You will work with data stewards and owners to ensure that data management processes and governance are in place to facilitate efficient and reliable data collection. The work of the Data Management Team is recognised internationally and informs how we run our daily operations. About you To be successful in this position you will utilise both technical and leadership skills to: Coach and mentor team members and others in the organisation to help them achieve their objectives Communicate, present and document standards, policies and processes Build productive relationships between different business units and external partners Collaborate to ensure governance and quality of the Council's diverse range of datasets Support and advance the information management strategy and the automation centre of excellence Our technology landscape includes core applications such as SQL, ESRI, GIS, SAP, RPA, UiPath, Power Platform and FME. This role offers challenges, leading-edge technology, a supportive team, and opportunities to influence data policy at a national level as well as leadership development prospects. What’s in it for you? We know our strength comes from our people working together as one team to create results. You will also benefit from: Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities Flexible working arrangements — work from home, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave Collaboration and exposure to wider areas of the organisation A variety of staff benefits, including health schemes and retail discounts Additional information Hours of work: Monday to Friday Position: Full-time, permanent Location: This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch City Council Civic Offices, 53 Hereford Street Salary: The salary band for this position is $96,465 – $107,183 per annum (40-hour week). Starting salaries are based on knowledge, skills, and experience, and relativities within the team and organisation Closing date: Sunday 2 August 2026, 11:55pm Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may occur prior to the close date, and we reserve the right to close the advertisement early. #J-18808-Ljbffr