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Be a part of the meaningful change in your community. Government & council jobs give you the opportunity to use your skillset to support the growth of Aotearoa.

So, what's the pay like?

The average salary for workers in the Government & council industry is $81,000

So, what's job demand like?

Trade Me has 96 Government & council job listings.

So, what categories have the most listings?

Our most popular categories are Local & regional council with 47 listings, Central government with 19 and Defence with 16.

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Corrections Officer - Rimutaka Prison

Wellington, Wellington

Join our Whanau! We are looking for a diverse range of candidates, from different cultures with varied backgrounds and experience.

Put those life & career skills you've gained to great use!
Opportunities for training & growth available
Are you wanting a challenging and rewarding career?

Be an early applicant

General Instructor - Rimutaka Prison

Wellington, Wellington

Join the team at Rimutaka Prison as a General Instructor - helping people in our care to gain skills and work experience.

Jump into a multifaceted role onsite at Rimutaka Prison
Facilitate staff wellbeing through food orders and delivery
Help to provide a good platform to support rehabilitation and reintegration

Be an early applicant

Community Work Supervisor

Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty

As a Community Work Supervisor, you will oversee and manage people serving community work sentences while they work on meaningful projects.

Work for a values-led organisation that makes a difference
Opportunity to mentor others and develop skills in managing people
On the job training and pathways for career progression

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Case Manager - Tongariro Prison

Contribute to public safety, viewing this through the lens of manaaki, positive relationships, and uplifting the wellbeing of the people in our care.

Be an early applicant

Here's your chance to be part of creating a better future for the beautiful Taupo District and its community.

Bring your passion for exceeding customer expectations to our like-minded team
Great people; Great culture; Great community
Bring your skills & experience to our high performing team

Be an early applicant

Corrections Officers - Hawkes Bay Regional Prison

Hastings, Hawke's Bay

Join our Frontline whanau to support change and shape futures! Full training provided.

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Corrections Officer Tongariro Prison

South Waikato, Waikato

The Corrections Officer role is about being a great role model and looking for opportunities to engage with people in a positive way

Full time, permanent role
Help to change the lives of the people in our care
Work in a job that is rewarding, where no two days are the same

Be an early applicant

District Licensing Committee Chair and Members

Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty

The Rotorua Lakes Council is seeking applications for the roles of chairperson and additional members for the Rotorua District Licensing Committee.

Roles are part-time and require flexibility in terms of working hours
No formal qualifications required
Council is looking for people who can demonstrate impartiality and integrity

Be an early applicant

Corrections Officers - Whanganui Prison

Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui

We are looking for a diverse range of candidates, from different cultures with varied backgrounds and experience!

Put those life and career skills you've gained to great use!
Come and join our Frontline whanau!
Ready for a new challenge?

Be an early applicant

Corrections Officer - Manawatu

Palmerston North, Manawatu / Whanganui

We are looking for a diverse range of candidates, from different cultures with varied backgrounds and experience

Ready for a new challenge?
Come and join our Frontline whanau!
Put those life and career skills you've gained to great use!

Be an early applicant

Governance & Democracy Coordinator

Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty

The purpose of this role is to enable the function of good governance by providing administrative and logistical support services.

$60K - $70K annually

Make a positive impact in our community
Fantastic opportunity to grow your career
Be part of a truly extraordinary team.

Be an early applicant

Case Manager - Rimutaka Prison

Upper Hutt, Wellington

Contribute towards public safety while also helping those in our care make better decisions & positive change

Help lead the rehabilitation and reintegration of the people in our supervision!
Use your knowledge and experience to do meaningful work to benefit the community
Monday to Friday hours, Upper Hutt-based

Be an early applicant

Democratic Services Advisor

Wellington, Wellington

Opportunity to join an organisation dedicated to a thriving, connected and resilient rohe

Work directly with Councillors to provide top quality governance support
A great opportunity to begin or develop your career in governance
Modern offices in vibrant Central Wellington

Be an early applicant

Community Work Supervisor - Whanganui

Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui

Use your life skills to their best advantage! Mentor & coach people whilst making a real difference in your community!

Join a values-led organisation, doing mahi that matters!
Contribute to the well-being of your community.
Casual position based in Whanganui

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Team Leader Connected Communities

Kapiti Coast, Wellington

This role will lead and support a small, high performing team of Advisors Connected Communities.

Close to beautiful beaches and a short journey to or from Wellington
A leadership opportunity with a great team environment
Make a meaningful impact to the community!

Be an early applicant

Ranger Community Treaty Implementation&#8212 Term

Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty

Champion iwi aspirations as you partner with Ngati Rangitihi to fulfil our Treaty settlement obligations.

12-month fixed-term, Rotorua based.
$68,535 - $86,423, flexible working opportunities.
Work closely with Ngati Rangitihi environmental leads.

Be an early applicant

Far North, Northland

considering prisoners' rehabilitation and reintegration within the context of their family, whanau, and pro social/community support

Full-time, Permanent

Corrections Officer Information Evening

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Join us for an information evening to learn more about our Frontline Staff and how to begin a career with Ara Poutama!

Kai & Kōrerō - light snacks provided!
Join us for a discussion around career development & training
Meet some of the team. Learn about their roles and ask lots of questions!

Full-time, Permanent

Building Control Officer

Central Otago, Otago

We currently have a full-time position available within our Building Control team based in Cromwell.

Work for a company that values their team.
Ongoing training opportunities
Leave the concrete jungle and work in paradise!

Full-time, Permanent

Graduate Environmental Planner - Consents

Stratford, Taranaki

We are looking for a Graduate Environmental Planner to join our Consents section. This position is permanent full time.

Active social club
Flexible working options
Induction programmes for every new employee

Full-time, Permanent

Team Leader Eastern Porirua Cadetship

Porirua, Wellington

Bring your passion for horticulture and leadership skills, and make a difference in your community. Fixed term role until June 2026.

Opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills
Make a meaningful difference to your community
Competitive salary, great team environment

District Advice Officer

Horizons Regional Council

Palmerston North, Manawatu / Whanganui

Prepare & coordinate information for the public & Region's district/city councils regarding land use proposals, property related decisions & dams.

Do enjoy providing customer service and helping people?
Are you good with reading maps and have great geospatial capability?
Enjoy a work place culture & benefits that value employee health and wellbeing.

Be an early applicant

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