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Working here at the Manawatū District Council means being part of a motivated, supportive and customer-focused team in one of the best little rural towns in New Zealand. By applying for a position here, you will have the opportunity to join a group of talented professionals who like to have fun and enjoy a caring, tight-knit environment. Below are the current opportunities to join our team.

Total Record(s): 4

Makerspace Specialist Part Time

To be successful in this role, you will have an affinity for helping people, be technologically savvy, be a keen tinkerer, and be confident in teaching and interacting with our diverse community. You will also have the ability to develop and implement digital literacy, Makerspace and technology-focused programs, activities, and events.

Location: Feilding | Job ID: 6584792


Community Assets Manager

Bring your strategic thinking, stakeholder and people-management skills to manage and develop Manawatū District Council's open Spaces and Property portfolio.

Location: Feilding | Job ID: 6581960


Manfeild Park Trust Chief Executive

The successful applicant will have a passion for Manfeild and a proven ability to unlock the commercial potential of the facility as well as understanding the important role it plays in the Manawatu community.

Location: Feilding | Job ID: 6578054 | Closing Date: 12 May 2024


Library Hub Specialist

If you are passionate about providing excellent customer experiences, have a 'can do' attitude and have a high level of literacy, then you may be the person we are looking for.

Location: Feilding | Job ID: 6573401




How to Apply

Applying for any of our jobs is simple. We like to get as much information as we can before making a decision on who we would like to interview, so please set aside 10-15 minutes of your time to tell us about yourself. The process involves three steps:

  1. Find the position you are interested in

Using our website’s search feature, search by keyword or enter a job code if you have seen the position advertised.  Alternatively, you can view all our current job listings on our Vacancies page.

  1. Answer the questionnaire

This is up to 20 questions, which are designed to provide us with a little more information about you.  Answering these questions allows us to process your application more efficiently.

  1. Upload your CV

If you have a CV, you can upload it and your cover letter into our system by following a couple of simple steps.  If you don’t have a CV, it is worth spending some time preparing one before starting the application process.  Please ensure your file is no larger than 2MB.

What happens next?

We will send you an email confirming we have received your application.  Once the recruitment closes, our interview panel will then review all the applications.  If you are successful in being short-listed for an interview then a member of our friendly People and Culture team will contact you with your interview details including if there is any practical exercise involved with your interview.  If your application is not successful in getting an interview then you will receive an email from us advising you of this.

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