Junior Data Specialist

Christchurch City Council; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Christchurch is seeking a Junior Data Specialist to manage data integrity and support transformation processes. The role requires strong technical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for data quality. Benefits include flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to training programmes

Flexible working arrangements

Collaboration opportunities

Health schemes and retail discounts

Qualifications

• Passion for data management and quality.
• Ability to discern and document customer requirements.
• Experience or interest in data governance and automation.
• Collaborative approach with willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Work with data stewards on robust data management.
• Support data transformation and integration.
• Develop quality assurance processes for data.
• Design automated data processes.

Skills

Data management

Technical skills

Collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in computer science or related field

Tools

SQL

ESRI

GIS

SAP

RPA

UiPath

Power Platform

FME

Job description

About the team | Ko te rōpū nei

Our Digital Unit is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions that positively impact the lives of everyone in Christchurch. Within this unit, the Data Management Team is recognised internationally for its innovative and leading-edge work, which is integral to how we run our day-to-day operations. We offer a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your professional skills across a wide variety of business-focused technology projects.

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

We are seeking a dynamic individual with excellent people and technical skills. In this role, you will:

• Work closely with data stewards and owners to ensure robust data management processes and governance.
• Support data transformation and integration from both internal and external sources.
• Assist with the development and running of quality assurance processes to ensure data is fit for purpose and meets legislative requirements.
• Help design and develop automated data processes.
• Contribute to the Council's corporate data management responsibilities, ensuring efficient and reliable data collection.

You'll be working with core applications such as SQL, ESRI, GIS, SAP, RPA, UiPath, Power Platform, and FME.

About you | Ko Koe Tēnei

To Succeed In This Role, You Will Bring

• A passion for data management and quality.
• The ability to discern and document customer requirements.
• Experience or interest in data governance, automation, migration, and customer relations.
• A collaborative approach and a willingness to learn and grow within a supportive team.
• Minimum of bachelor's level qualification in computer science, information science, or related field, or relevant and equivalent experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. We value diverse backgrounds and are committed to building an inclusive, authentic workplace.

What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

Want To Be Involved In Shaping Your City? Here At The Council We Know Our Strength Comes From Our People, Working Together As One Team To Create Results. When You Join Us, You're Getting Involved First Hand, And Contributing To Crafting The Christchurch Community. You Will Also Benefit From

• Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.
• Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation
• Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.

Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero:

At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at [e-mail]

• Hours of work - Fulltime
• Position - 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 goes from $74,394 to $82,660 per annum based on a 40-hour week. Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.
• Closing Date - Tuesday 30th September 2025

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.

To view the full position description, please visit - Junior Data Specialist - Jobs at Christchurch City Council