Make Your Mark on Southland's Future as Team Leader GIS

At Environment Southland, we work alongside our community to manage Southland's land, water, air, and coast, from Stewart Island to Fiordland.

About the role:

The Team Leader GIS (Geospatial Information Services) contributes to the overall performance of the GIS Team by providing leadership to manage and develop Council's geospatial data for internal and external customers and mentor the GIS team.

Emphasis on:

• Developing and implementing a GIS roadmap and strategy in line with the Teams goals.
• Managing Council's relationship with external software and data suppliers

What you'll bring:

• Possess a relevant tertiary qualification - bachelor's degree in computer science, geography, geoscience, surveying, engineering or related field.
• At least seven years of GIS experience, preferably including team leadership experience.
• Skilled in ESRI products, including Enterprise, Desktop, ArcGIS Online and field applications.
• FME and python skills would be advantageous.
• Highly developed interpersonal, relationship management and customer service skills to liaise, consult, negotiate and influence a wide range of people at all levels within the organisation.
• Demonstrated planning, organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, achieve required outcomes and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Demonstrate skills in problem-solving, developing and articulating integrated programs that provide effective outcomes to meet organisational requirements
• The ability to identify and innovate organisational strategies.
• Experience in implementing change management with the organisation.
• Ability to engage, inspire and influence people and work as a part of a collaborative team.

Why join us?

We have a lifestyle that is second to none, with easy access to beaches, rivers, lakes, ski fields, national parks and first-class sports facilities. We pride ourselves on the support we give our team to ensure a good work‑life balance is a priority. And with affordable real estate, short commutes and a great range of schools on offer there is something here for everyone!

An initial offer of remuneration will be made within the range $109,260 - $115,330

How to apply

To download the JD and apply for this job go to: https://environmentsouthland.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies

Please upload your CV and cover letter. Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.

Applications close: 18 January 2026

Working at Environment Southland requires all of our staff to uphold the council's Te Tiriti o Waitangi responsibilities as part of their day-to-day role. This might be through the appropriate delivery of functions through various legislation where Te Tiriti o Waitangi or partnering with mana whenua is required or upholding the commitments that our elected councillors have made to Ngāi Tahu ki Murihiku through the Charter of Understanding.