• Lead data strategy, data governance, and technical delivery
• Provide thought leadership in technology and how data solutions are delivered
• Enjoy a supportive work environment

Kaunihera Taiao ki Waitaha │ About Environment Canterbury

As a regional council, we are responsible for managing natural resources including air, soil, water and land. We work in partnership with mana whenua Ngāi Tahu to protect the health of our environment to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for our region. 

The region’s evolving environmental and political context means we will continue to be agile and adaptive, as we respond to regulatory and environmental changes. 

Our mahi (work) is organised around the delivery of our three core services: 

• Environmental Regulation and Protection
• Community Preparedness and Response to Hazards
• Public Transport 

Council plays an important role in responding to national legislation and policy changes – this mahi is part of our operating environment and is embedded in our everyday mahi. The current proposals from central government are significant, and Council is working through the opportunities and implications. However, our mahi must continue to deliver our three core services for our partners, communities and te taiao (environment).

Kōrero mō te Tūranga | About the Role

As the Team Lead Data Management, you will guide and support a team of data specialists in delivering our organisations data platform, data warehouse, reporting, and analysis services.  You’ll also be a forward thinker and contribute to how we use technology and data to increase the value and efficiency of services. You’ll drive, implement and uphold data management and data quality standards, manage design artefacts, and maintain the data governance framework. Establishing and nurturing vendor relationships, you'll ensure robust data infrastructure support and build team capability. Your role includes aligning data services with the organisation's architecture and business goals through collaboration with stakeholders.

Key accountabilities:

• Lead and support a team of data specialists
• Contribute to technical vision and innovative data solutions
• Implement and maintain data standards and governance
• Manage design artefacts and vendor relationships
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Align data services with organisational objectives

Embrace the future of IT with our dynamic Digital Solutions team. We work on career-defining legacy projects that have a high impact on our organisation and our communities. We can’t wait to see how you’ll contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional digital experiences.

For more information on this role, please refer to the job description at the bottom of the advert.

Mōu │ About You

Ideally, you’ll have a bachelor’s degree with an emphasis on Information Systems with at least 10 years of experience working with large and complex data solutions. You are a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, ready to inspire and guide a team of IT professionals. With a background in data management, you have experience in implementing data solutions and standards.

Your excellent communication skills enable effective collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders. You thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to delivering outstanding data services.

• Proven leadership experience
• Strong technical understanding of data solutions and delivery
• Background in data management
• Experience in implementing and maintaining data governance frameworks
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to align data services with business objectives

Ngā hua o te Mahi i te Kaunihera Taiao ki Waitaha | Working at Environment Canterbury  

Our mahi is underpinned by our values: 

• Kaitiakitanga (stewardship)
• Pononga (integrity) 
• Manaakitanga (people first) 
• Whanaungatanga (collaboration) 
• Māiatanga (can do)

We understand and embrace a diverse workforce; this diversity will enable us to better serve our people, our community, and our greatest taonga, the environment. We value everyone’s contribution, diverse thinking, and skills.

We're on a journey to become a treaty partner of excellence, including incorporating te ao Māori into our work. We offer supportive opportunities to develop capability in this area and encourage our people to use kaupapa Māori, mātauranga Māori, and te reo Māori in our daily work. We welcome you with an open heart and mind, wherever you are on your personal te ao Māori journey.

Ko ētahi atu kōrero | Additional Information 

Applications close on Wednesday, 15 April.  Applications will be reviewed as we receive them, and interviews may take place before the close date. We reserve the right to close advertising early.   

Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role.  

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

Me mahi tahi tātou - Together we can

Hours of work – Permanent full-time position - From time to time, as required, the role may require work outside of normal work hours for emergency and flood response and to represent Environment Canterbury at meetings and events with partners, other agencies, and the community. Location - This position is predominantly based at 200 Tuam Street, Christchurch   

Salary - The indictive salary range for role is $118,784 to $146,733 per annum depending on skills and experience. The specific salary will be discussed at interview stage.