Information Management Officer

About Council

With 11% of the total land area of New Zealand, including Fiordland National Park and Stewart Island, The Southland District Council has the largest land area to manage of any territorial authority. Council not only encompasses the management and improvement of physical assets such as roads, bridges, water supply, cemeteries and parks but also the Southland communities' social, economic, cultural and environmental wellbeing.

Our staff are diverse in their backgrounds, skillset and location, spread across three Invercargill offices (Forth Street, 20 and 42 Don Street) and seven area offices situated at Riverton, Otautau, Te Anau, Winton, Oban, Lumsden and Wyndham.

Southland District Council offers scope for a rewarding and interesting career in local government under excellent working conditions, in a part of the country which is ideally suited to family life and the pursuit of a wide variety of activities.

About the Role
As part of a small, dedicated team, you'll ensure our records are managed efficiently and accurately, supporting both internal and external customers. 

You'll:

• Help staff use our digital records system (EDRMS) and be the go-to expert
• Organise and maintain both digital and physical records
• Run quality checks and help improve how we manage information
• Support projects that make our systems smarter and more efficient
• Learn about key legislation and how it shapes what we do
• Deliver training and support to help others get the best out of our systems

About You
To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to break down technical information into clear, friendly language
• To be a natural with tech and digital systems (bonus if you've worked with records or data)
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders
• A focus on continuous improvement and innovation
• A curious mind and a drive to learn new things
• To be organised, detail focused, and ready to take ownership

What's in it for You?

At Southland District Council, we value our people and invest in their success. In this role, you'll enjoy a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional development, and access to training that helps you grow your career. We offer competitive remuneration and wellbeing initiatives that ensure you can thrive both at work and at home. This is your chance to join an organisation that encourages innovation and continuous improvement while making a real difference for our community.

Applications close 8 February 2026 -We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

For more information on working at Southland District Council check out our website https://vacancies.southlanddc.govt.nz/