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Whangarei District Council is where you’ll find your people and your place – so come and join us.
Do you want to feel connected with your colleagues and community? Here at Whangarei District Council we take genuine pride in having one of New Zealand’s most welcoming and supportive work environments, with the awards to prove it. Our organisation won the 2021 NZ HR Award for Organisational Change & Development, the Taituara Award for Excellence in Organisation and People Development, and we were a 2021 Diversity Awards NZ™ finalist. We continually strive to provide the best working environment for our people.
With a culture of continuous improvement, a wide range of career pathways and an emphasis on equal employment opportunities we’re here to help you develop your career. We encourage learning and development and actively encourage both formal and informal training opportunities, encouraging you to create your best life in Whangārei, at work and at home
Knowing we make a difference with the work we do is a big part of working at WDC. Our organisation is small enough for independent work to be valued, and big enough to make an impact within our community.
Our Council has also shown itself to be brave enough to take a stand when needed, protecting our community, and fighting for a living environment we can all enjoy.
Join Whangarei District Council and be part of our positive future
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Are you an experienced Resource Consent Team Leader or a Senior Planner ready to take the next step in your career? Bring your expertise to Whangārei District Council.
Location: Whangarei | Job ID: 6849917 | Closing Date: 03 Feb 2026
General Manager - Strategy and Democracy
Be the voice of strategy and democracy. Lead with vision, influence outcomes, and make a lasting impact on Whangārei's future.
Location: Whangarei | Job ID: 6849881 | Closing Date: 26 Jan 2026
Love people and books? Join us in creating welcoming spaces where knowledge and community thrive!
Location: Whangarei | Job ID: 6847604 | Closing Date: 21 Jan 2026
Join us in shaping the future of our district. We're looking for a passionate thought leader to help lead strategic and spatial planning for our district. Th ...
Location: Whangarei | Job ID: 6845402 | Closing Date: 23 Jan 2026
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Working @ WDC
Find out about what we do as a Council, and how you can bring your energy, your culture, your skills and experience, your dreams to create your best life.
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Live and Play
There are many great reasons to be a part of Whangārei District Council. Find your perfect work-life balance at WDC.
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