Information Manager

Information Manager
Buller District Council Te Kaunihera o Kawatiri
Westport Kawatiri
Permanent Full-Time 40 Hours Per Week

Join the Buller District Council whānau Hono mai ki te whānau o Te Kaunihera o Kawatiri
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Information Management & Digital Improvement lead to join our Corporate Services team. This newly focused role will champion best-practice information management support the implementation and ongoing enhancement of our Electronic Content Management System (ECMS) and lead continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen how we manage information across Council.

Working closely with stakeholders throughout the organisation you will play a key role in ensuring our information management systems processes and practices are efficient compliant customer-focused and future-ready.

Who are we Ko wai mātou
Buller is a place where rugged landscapes strong communities and a spirit of resilience come together. Stretching from Karamea in the north to Punakaiki in the south and inland to Reefton and beyond our district is home to some of New Zealands most spectacular environments. At Buller District Council were proud of our role as kaitiaki (guardians) working with our communities to support the environmental social cultural and economic wellbeing of the Buller District. Together were building a district that is safe connected sustainable and thriving.

As part of our team youll enjoy meaningful work genuine relationships and the opportunity to make a visible impact across the region.

Why Join Us He aha te take e hono mai ai ki a mātou

At Buller District Council youll be part of a supportive and values-driven team that cares about its people and community.

We offer:

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• A supportive team culture.
• Meaningful mahi that directly benefits our communities.
• Access to comprehensive EAP Services.
• Southern Cross Health Insurance
• An exceptional West Coast lifestyle with world-class outdoor recreation at your doorstep.
  

The Opportunity Te Whai Wāhitanga
This role offers a unique mix of:

• Lead and support the ongoing implementation and enhancement of Councils SharePoint-based information management system and ECMS.
• Champion best-practice information management across the organisation.
• Develop review and maintain information management policies standards classifications and procedures.
• Maintain and continuously improve Councils retention and disposal authority framework classification structures and metadata schema.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders and staff on information management best practice and compliance requirements.

What Youll Bring Ō Pūkenga me Ō Wheako
We are looking for someone with the following:

Essential:

• Experience developing and delivering information management services within an organisation.
• Sound understanding of records and information management legislation particularly the Public Records Act 2005 LGOIMA and privacy obligations.
• Administrative knowledge and experience with Electronic Content Management Systems (ECMS) Electronic Document and Records Management Systems (EDRMS) or SharePoint environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement initiatives and business process improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience working within local government or the public sector.
• Knowledge of privacy management and information governance frameworks.
• Experience facilitating workshops and engaging with diverse stakeholder groups.

Ready for a New Challenge Kua rite koe mō tētahi wero hou

If youre ready to make a significant impact and work in a supportive forward-thinking environment wed love to hear from you!

Please find the position description here: applications are required to be accompanied by a cover letter and a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae.
Any enquiries about this role please email:

Applications close: 3PM Friday 11 September 2026

Required Experience:

Manager