Senior Operations Reporting Advisor

Environment Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment Canterbury is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Reporting Advisor to lead the development and continuous improvement of operational reporting, data quality and reporting systems across regulatory functions.

You'll translate complex datasets into meaningful insights, support planning and decision-making, and partner with analysts and stakeholders to drive data maturity and improved outcomes for Canterbury.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in data management and reporting
• Advanced data analysis, cleansing and modelling skills
• Ability to present data in clear, intuitive visuals
• Strong stakeholder management and communication with diverse audiences
• Experience with data governance and data quality initiatives

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and improve reporting processes, systems and automation
• Analyze complex datasets and translate insights into recommendations
• Forecast future operational reporting requirements
• Provide technical guidance and training to system users
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual reporting
• Collaborate with operational and business teams to drive continuous improvement
• Support data maturity and data quality initiatives

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Communication

Continuous improvement

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science/analytics

Tools

Snowflake

Power BI

SQL

Job description

• Lead data quality, reporting and operational insights
• Influence decision-making through analytics and forecasting
• Fixed term 12 months | Parental leave cover

At Environment Canterbury, we're working together to shape a thriving and resilient Canterbury for current and future generations.

As the regional council for Waitaha Canterbury, we care for the region's air, land, water, and communities. Working alongside mana whenua Ngāi Tahu, stakeholders, and communities, we deliver three essential services:

• Environmental Regulation and Protection
• Community Preparedness and Response to Hazards
• Public Transport

As Canterbury continues to grow and change, so do we. We operate in a dynamic environment, responding to evolving legislation, policy, and community needs while continuing to deliver for our communities, partners, and te taiao (the environment). Adapting to change, embracing new opportunities, and finding better ways of working are all part of creating great outcomes for Canterbury.

Experienced Senior Operations Reporting Advisor to lead the development, management and continuous improvement of operational reporting, data quality and reporting systems across regulatory compliance functions. This role plays a critical part in ensuring high-quality, reliable data is available so organisational insight capabilities align with senior leadership needs and strategic priorities. Your work will support operational planning, performance reporting and informed decision-making across the organisation.

Working closely with operational teams, analysts and other internal stakeholders, you'll turn complex datasets into meaningful insights, identify opportunities for improvement, and help shape future work programmes through quality data and reporting. You'll also provide expert technical guidance, support reporting automation initiatives and contribute to data maturity across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining reporting processes, systems and automation
• Analysing complex datasets and translating insights into practical recommendations
• Forecasting and modelling future operational reporting requirements
• Providing technical advice, training and support to system users
• Supporting monthly, quarterly and annual operational reporting
• Building strong partnerships across operational and business teams to drive continuous improvement
• Support team members to build technical capability across the Operations group
• Support initiatives that improve data quality across operational datasets.

For more information on this role, please refer to the job description at the bottom of the advert.

You'll be an experienced reporting and data professional who enjoys solving complex problems and influencing positive business outcomes through quality information and insights. You have a strong analytical mindset, excellent stakeholder management skills and a passion for improving systems, processes and reporting capability. You thrive on partnering with stakeholders to understand their information needs and translating them into practical, fit-for-purpose reporting solutions, balancing user expectations with data availability, technical feasibility and business priorities.

Ideally, you’ll havea tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as data science, information systems, analytics or a related discipline with at least five years' experience in data management, reporting or a similar role along with:

• A minimum of five years’ practical operational involvement and experience in data management and reporting design
• Advanced data analysis skills, including data cleansing, modelling and reporting expertise, with the ability to present complex data in clear, intuitive and visually engaging ways
• Proven problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• The ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences
• Proven relationship-building and collaboration skills
• A continuous improvement mindset and passion for data quality
• Experience managing initiatives, resources and competing priorities
• Knowledge of reporting systems, data governance and management practices
• A full New Zealand driver's licence
• Demonstrated proficiency in Snowflake, Power BI, and SQL, with the ability to leverage data querying, transformation, analysis, and visualisation capabilities

You'll enjoy working with others, building trusted relationships, and contributing to positive outcomes for Canterbury. Your approach will reflect our values and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

We're a values-led organisation, and our values shape how we work, make decisions, and support each other every day.

• Kaitiakitanga (Stewardship) - We make good decisions today for a better tomorrow.
• Pononga (Integrity) – we act honestly, take responsibility and o what we say.
• Manaakitanga (People First) - we put people first and treat everyone with care and respect.
• Whanaungatanga (Collaboration) – We build strong relationships and achieve more together.
• Māiatanga (Can Do) - We are brave solution focussed and make things happen.

Our values guide the way we work and shape our workplace culture. Throughout the recruitment process, you'll have the opportunity to share examples of how your experiences and approach align with these values.

We know that diverse perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our communities and environment. That's why we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to contribute.

We're also on a journey to become a Treaty partner of excellence. We support our people to grow their confidence and capability in te ao Māori and encourage the use of kaupapa Māori, mātauranga Māori, and te reo Māori in our everyday mahi. Wherever you are on your journey, you'll be welcomed and supported.

To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand at the time of application and hold work rights that will enable them to fulfil the full term of employment.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal history check. Additional background checks may be required depending on the nature of the role.

If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement in the position description, we still encourage you to apply.