Information Management Adviser

Taranaki Regional Council; Stratford; Hybrid; NZD 76,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks + one day annual leave

Active social club

Onsite gym

Flexible working options

Free car parking

Training opportunities

Job summary

Taranaki Regional Council is seeking an Information Management Adviser to enhance information governance and delivery of digital services. You will manage the electronic document management system, ensure compliant filing and archiving, and support users with streamlined processes across the organisation.

The role is permanent full-time within the Digital Operations team, offering a growth mindset culture, flexible working options, and strong service delivery to the Council and community.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Information Management or a field relevant to the role.
• At least 2 years’ experience in Information Management, ideally within the public sector.
• Experience as the IM champion for an organisation.
• Proficiency in administering SharePoint Online.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and manage the operation of the electronic document management system.
• Manage residual records and filing/archiving in line with the Public Records Act 2005.
• Provide quality customer service and develop accompanying systems/processes so users are empowered by IM.

Skills

Growth mindset

Education

Tertiary qualification in Information Management or related field

Tools

SharePoint Online

Job description

$75,729 - $89,093 per annum, including KiwiSaver

Our people love working here because we are an enthusiastic team, with a diverse range of skills and experience, who are all rowing in the same direction. We are all passionate about making a positive difference for our community, both now and for our future generations. What drives us is making Taranaki the best place in Aotearoa, New Zealand to live, play and do business!

Our main office is based right in the centre of the region, right under our maunga (mountain), in Stratford. Living and working here means you have all the big city benefits, along with a rural lifestyle, and quick access to the sea, and breathtaking country.

Our mission is to work for a thriving Taranaki by promoting the sustainable use, development and protection of our natural and physical resources, and advocating for the region’s best interests.

We are committed to providing a service first approach to the public and regional community, and in doing so aim to continue to better the quality of our performance while working safely, sustaining effective communication and teamwork, having the initiative and right to make mistakes, holding accountability for improvement, being results-driven, and holding high job satisfaction.

Watch the video to find out more about Taranaki Regional Council's kaupapa, culture and the impact of our mahi.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Are you passionate about information management, governance and helping people get the most from information? Join our Digital Operations team and play a key role in improving information management capability across the Council.

The Information Management Adviser’s role is to facilitate and manage the operation of the electronic document management system, the residual records management functions including filing and archiving in line with the Public Records Act 2005. They will play a key role in providing quality customer service and developing accompanying systems and processes so our users are empowered by IM.

This position is permanent fulltime- if you’re focused on aligning compliance activities with great customer service outcomes and empowering our people we want to hear from you!

We like to set people up for success, so you’ll be a leading applicant if you have:

• A growth mindset
• A tertiary qualification in Information Management or a field that is relevant to the specialisation of this role is required
• At least 2 years’ experience in Information Management ideally within the public sector
• Experience in being the IM champion for an organisation
• Have technical and practical proficiency and competency in administering SharePoint Online

What’s on offer?
Taranaki Regional Council is a fantastic place to work! We have a great culture.

• Five weeks + one day annual leave entitlement
• Active social club
• Onsite gym
• Flexible working options
• Free car parking
• Training opportunities within each role

However, the best part is working alongside fantastic people who are truly dedicated to the Taranaki region.

The starting remuneration range for this role is $75,729 - $89,093 per annum (including KiwiSaver).

Don’t meet every single requirement? Taranaki Regional Council is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace based on different experiences, world views and a desire to learn. So, if you’re excited about this role, but don’t meet the criteria perfectly, we encourage you to reach out anyway. You might be just who we’re looking for.

Applications close 19 November 2026, however we reserve the right to close this vacancy when we have received sufficient, suitable applications. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.