Water Information Analyst

Published: 10 March 2026

Te whakapakari tahi i tō tātau Taiao – Enhancing our environment together.

Our vision is a healthy environment and a resilient and prosperous community.

About The opportunity | Ko te āheinga:

We are looking for a Water Information Analyst to join our Environmental Information team. This team manages a wide range of environmental data, ensuring it is accurate, quality‑coded, and readily available for use by scientists and the public.

As a specialist in water use management, particularly in relation to the Measurement and Reporting of Water Takes Regulations (2010) and resource consent conditions, you will play a key role in interpreting regulatory requirements and translating them into robust, practical data and system outcomes. You’ll work closely with colleagues across Water Information, Compliance, Consents, Science, and Policy to ensure water use data is reliable, defensible, and fit for purpose. This role focuses on analysis, interpretation, and data quality assurance, with shared responsibility for keeping water use records up to date.

Play a key role in protecting our region’s water by turning regulatory requirements into meaningful action. You’ll strengthen our data systems, champion accuracy in water‑use reporting, and support sustainable water management for the future. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of data, regulation, and real‑world outcomes, enjoys working with data and people, and wants to make a lasting impact.

About you | E pā ana ki a koe:

You’ll bring strong analytical skills, a high level of attention to detail, and a commitment to producing accurate, high‑quality work. You’ll be comfortable working with complex data and regulatory frameworks, and able to explain technical information clearly to a wide range of audiences.

You’ll also bring:

• Experience working with data systems, auditing, or compliance‑driven processes
• The ability to build effective working relationships across teams and with external stakeholders
• Confidence supporting and sharing knowledge with others, contributing to a positive and capable team environment

A good understanding of farming systems and the rural sector, particularly irrigation, would be beneficial, along with experience working with Hilltop (or similar time‑series data tools), relational databases, GIS, and environmental or resource management data.

Ideally you will also have:

• Relevant bachelor’s degree, equivalent tertiary qualification, or relevant practical experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role/relevant industry
• Advanced computer skills including immediate to advanced skills with the Microsoft Office Software Suite, and competency with time series databases.
• Valid driver’s licence required

What we offer | Nga huanga mōu:

The salary range for this role is between $88,995 to $104,700 and will depend on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

Other benefits of working for our team include:

• Flexible working options to support work/life balance
• 5 weeks annual leave after 3 years
• 4% superannuation after 3 years
• Life insurance and income protection
• Subsidised eye tests and lenses, flu vaccinations, and other well-being initiatives
• Strong commitment to developing and upskilling people within a supportive working environment.

See a full list of our staff benefits here 

As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We recognise that collaborative and innovative organisations depend on having a workforce made up from a diverse range of perspectives and experiences. We're all about excellence, and we encourage open communication – if you need any specific support, just let us know! Our main goal is to empower each person to share their unique talents to contribute to the outcomes for our community. This commitment ensures that our workplace is a dynamic and progressive space where everyone can flourish.

HBRC is responsible for Civil Defence emergencies and as such, all staff may be called upon to support the response.

How to apply | I pēhea ki te whakauru:

Applications close Thursday, 9 April 2026, however we will be shortlisting and interviewing appropriate candidates as applications are received. If you are interested in this position, please do not wait to apply as we may close the ad earlier than advertised.

Applicants must have existing rights to work in New Zealand.

To view the job description please visit our website here

Please apply through Seek. If you would like any further information regarding the role, please email hr@hbrc.govt.nz

About us | E pā ki a mātou:

At Hawke’s Bay Regional Council our purpose is to work with our community to protect and manage the region’s precious taonga of rivers, lakes, soils, air, coast and biodiversity for health, wellbeing and connectivity. Our organisation is diverse and our work is varied. Our structure comprises of six key business units; Corporate Services, Integrated Catchment Management, Asset Management, Māori Partnerships, Policy & Regulation, and the Executive Advisory Group which also consists of the Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

We focus on prioritising:

Te kounga o te wai, te haumarutanga me te mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi o te whakamarutanga | Water quality, safety and climate-resilient security.  

Kia koi, kia toitū hoki te whakamahinga o te whenua | Climate-smart and sustainable land use. 

Kia ora, kia āhei, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki te rerenga rauropi | Healthy, functioning and climate-resilient biodiversity. 

Kia toitū, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki ngā ratonga me ngā hanganga ā-whare | Sustainable and climate-resilient services and infrastructure. 

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