Mo tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

Become part of the team managing the region’s parks and open spaces. Our work is ultimately about working together to care for our region’s incredible environment, matching our skills and resources with the vision and aspirations of our community. You will play an important role that ensures our regional assets are well monitored, maintained and safe for public use. The role is responsible for developing and maintaining Council’s parks and open spaces strategic asset management framework including the Asset Management Plan while assisting with the review and development of policy and reserve management plan work.

You will be responsible for providing real life-cycle management of parks and open space asset information.

This role requires strategic decision making, experience in realising value for money and an understanding of asset management systems. Coupled with managing a comprehensive and evidence-based system of parks and open spaces assets. Ensuring that service delivery demonstrates the company's commitment to continuous improvement, innovation and customer service while meeting key performance indicators, in accordance with Councils vision. 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

• A great benefits package (including life and income protection insurance, health insurance, enhanced leave and superannuation, and relocation support where applicable).
• A Salary range of $70,000 to $78,000 (this will depend on the knowledge, skills and experience you have to offer).
• Strong health, safety and wellbeing focus
• EAP support, wellness initiatives and access to Marlborough Chamber of Commerce retail discounts
• Meaningful work that supports our people and community

Ko ngā wheako ōu | About you

You will support the effective planning, maintenance, and renewal of Council’s parks and open spaces network by ensuring accurate and reliable asset data, by undertaking conditional assessments, analysing lifecycle information, and providing technical support to asset management systems and processes.

Ideally you will also have:

• Proven experience in asset management, GIS (ArcGIS), systems or databases.
• Tertiary qualifications or experience in asset management or planning.
• Experience in analysis of asset management data and report writing is desirable.
• Excellent organisation & initiative abilities.

If you are enthusiastic and well organised, with strategic decision-making skills and a strong ability to relate effectively with people, then this may be the role for you.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Marlborough District Council is a dynamic, progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions. Our vision is that over the next decade, Marlborough will become a globally connected district of progressive, high-value enterprise, known for its quality lifestyle, desirable location and natural environment.

Marlborough is unique for many reasons. The region offers an array of outdoor pursuits in a distinctive and picturesque landscape. With the Marlborough Sounds, the land and sea offer unlimited accessibility for sport and leisure.

If you’re ready to progress your career with Council - Tono mai | Apply now!

Due to the urgency in finding a successful candidate, we may engage with applicants prior to the closing date however all applications up to the closing date will be considered. Applications close 5.00 pm on 18 March 2026.

Enquiries about this position should be directed to Jane Tito (Manager, Parks and Open Spaces) on Jane.tito@marlborough.govt.nz

We’re committed to ensuring our team goes home safe every day. Preferred candidates will be required to complete preemployment checks to the employer’s satisfaction. These checks may include, but are not limited to, a criminal history check, confirmation of the right to work in New Zealand, and drug and alcohol testing for safety-sensitive roles.