Bio Information Analyst

• Be part of a great team working to protect our natural environment. 
• Bring your experience with data management and ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise to help deliver biodiversity and biosecurity programmes across Tāmaki Makaurau.
• A range of opportunities including both Fixed Term Full time and Permanent Full-Time roles. 

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
We're looking for motivated and collaborative Information Analysts to join our team, filling roles due to internal movements and parental leave cover. Our team supports regional biodiversity and biosecurity operations through data management, geospatial services, and digital technologies.

Your work will support planning, operational delivery, and reporting on threatened species and ecosystem protection across the Auckland region and support our community conservation initiatives.  Be part of a programme working to protect our precious natural environment. 

As these roles are unique and individual in nature, we will be seeking a range of specific skills, as outlined below: 

• Required experience with the ESRI suite, e.g. ArcGIS Enterprise or ArcGIS Online, and ArcPro. 
• Experience in data management, including spatial analysis, data quality assurance, and data visualization. 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of data standards and best practices in managing ‘in field’ and desk based geospatial data capture, and a passion for creating a seamless user experience.
• Preferred background in environmental science, conservation, or natural resource management with field experience, or a demonstrated passion for environmental conservation. 

Day-to-day you could expect to work collaboratively on a range of spatial and non-spatial data management tasks and analysis.  You will communicate regularly with council staff to lift understanding of environmental digital systems and data.  To ensure that operational and strategic information needs are met we’ll support your ongoing technical development.    
 

We welcome interest from those looking for the next step in their career, a chance to contribute to award winning conservation information management.  

He kōrero mōu: About you
We will be looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in an environmental discipline or computer science with a strong interest in conservation
• Experience in the use of ESRI ArcGIS spatial mapping packages including ArcPro, ArcGIS Online and/or Enterprise
• Work experience in biodiversity/biosecurity/conservation, database / information management, statistics and geospatial systems, preferably in natural sciences
• Ability to communicate clearly to a diverse range of stakeholders
• A Full NZ drivers’ licence is required for this role

Please note:

• Qualification Checks will be conducted along with other relevant pre-employment checks required for employment with Auckland Council.
• These rolea are deemed safety sensitive and, in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.
We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible. 
 

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19Nb5o5d1saTMhJi7hsQZcsTKVASyfBg7/view?usp=sharing

You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, EAP services, an Oranga Day and discounted Leisure Centre membership and a range of other partnership discounts!

• Option to buy an additional week’s annual leave
• Four weeks annual leave, plus an additional week after five years
• Additional day of leave for community activities
• Discounts on attractions such as the Maritime Museum, Auckland Zoo & Auckland Art Gallery
• Discounted Health & Life Insurance Policies
• Flexible and supportive work environment
• 3% Kiwisaver on top of your salary

We are a diverse organisation – we value diversity in our thinking, and we can only achieve that with a diverse team!

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini - My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.
 

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

You can find the position description here
Applications close: Wednesday 2nd April 2025
This role is a Band (G)

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

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