Spatial Asset Analyst

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Te Tūranga | About the role

We’re looking for an aspiring asset information specialist to join our team and support the day-to-day (BAU) management of the systems and data we use to make decisions about our 3 Waters networks (drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater). This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career—if you enjoy working with data, problem-solving, and learning new digital tools, we’ll support you with training and guidance as you build your capability. Most of your time will be spent maintaining data quality, responding to information requests, and producing routine reporting, with more complex tasks supported and coached by the wider team.

What you’ll do

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date asset data across the 3 Waters asset registers (BAU).
• Action and track day-to-day requests for asset information from internal customers and stakeholders, escalating where needed.
• Run standard updates in asset management models (e.g. PowerPlan) and learn how outputs support planning and investment decisions.
• Produce routine reports and dashboards (e.g. risk, critical assets, performance) and complete basic data checks and investigations.
• Follow and maintain documented processes and work instructions, and suggest small improvements when you spot a better way.
• Provide BAU support for asset management tools (e.g. basic troubleshooting, user access/support tasks, and helping maintain simple user guides).

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you’ll have:

• A relevant qualification (or working towards one) in a field like Business, ICT, Geography, Spatial Science, or Engineering.
• Comfort working with data (through study, internships, or a previous role), including spreadsheets (Excel), databases, or business systems—and a willingness to learn Council’s asset systems.
• An interest in GIS/spatial data and strong attention to detail (basic skills are great—training and development will be provided).
• A BAU mindset: reliable follow-through, good time management, and a customer-service approach to responding to requests.
• Willingness to learn new tools and communicate information clearly; exposure to asset modelling tools (e.g. PowerPlan) is helpful but not required.
• Good written communication skills for documenting steps and updating records, plus a collaborative approach when working with Digital Services and other stakeholders.
• Experience with Accela (or similar systems) is an advantage, but we’re also happy to train the right person.

Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council

Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.

We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace.

To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities.

You can find out more about working at Tauranga City Council here.

Te Tukanga | How to apply

If you want to be part of an energetic, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you. For more information, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link.

Applications will close Wednesday 8th April

We’re committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those living with disabilities.
If you need support or adjustments to take part in our recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz

• You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
• Tauranga City Council does not accept unsolicited contact or applications from recruitment agencies. We will not pay fees or commissions related to unsolicited contact.

Job Description: Spatial Asset Analyst