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Waimate District Council is a tight-knit, supportive team, that exists to lead our community towards a diverse, thriving and sustainable district. We are located within South Canterbury, with Aoraki/Mt Cook, the Lakes, the ocean, and lots of other towns and cities within the Canterbury and Otago regions close by.
Waimate District Council is an innovative Council and there is always something new and exciting happening within the district.
Join our team and make a difference in our community.
Looking to grow your engineering career? This Assistant Engineer role offers hands‑on experience across Three Waters projects, close mentoring, and the chance to make a real difference — all while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living in Waimate.
Location: Waimate | Job ID: 6865415 | Closing Date: 15 Mar 2026
Kickstart your planning career with Waimate District Council! Gain hands‑on experience across all areas of planning in a supportive team, grow your skills, and help shape the future of our community. A perfect role for a motivated Graduate or Junior Planner.
Location: Waimate | Job ID: 6862835
Governance Support & PA to the Mayor
Love variety, people, and the buzz of a busy, dynamic workplace? Join us as the Mayor's right-hand superstar — you'll also be mastering meetings, events and the sometimes tricky LGOIMA requests. If you're calm, clever, tech-savvy and thrive on helping others shine, Waimate is calling. Adventure, community and purpose await!
Location: Waimate | Job ID: 6862754 | Closing Date: 08 Mar 2026
A unique after‑hours role for someone calm under pressure and confident working alone. You'll respond to alarms, noise and animal call‑outs, and support community safety. Local Waimate residents only.
Location: Waimate | Job ID: 6859064 | Closing Date: 04 Mar 2026