• Join a dynamic organisation where our people and our place are at the heart of everything we do.
• Collaborative team culture, supportive leadership and a range of well-being initiatives on offer.
• Full-time role based in either Dargaville or Mangawhai with WFH options.

Join Kaipara District Council and become a vital part of a dynamic team delivering essential alcohol licensing, environmental health, and wastewater bylaws services. This is your chance to play a key role in shaping a seamless customer experience while ensuring compliance with legislation in a fast-paced, community-focused local government environment.

About the role

As the Alcohol Licensing Administrator, you are our customers first point of contact for alcohol licensing. You will deliver an outstanding customer experience, providing education where needed to build a proactively compliant community.

You will also assist the Bylaws Compliance team by coordinating and administering a range of regulatory activities including:

• Providing administrative support for alcohol licensing, environmental health and wastewater services, ensuring smooth application processing.
• Managing correspondence, including responses to objectors and compliance letters.
• Assisting with monitoring & compliance activities, including the organisation and set up for alcohol licensing related hearings.
• Maintaining accurate records, keeping policies up-to-date and assisting with statutory reporting.
• Supporting budget management, financial reconciliation, raising purchase orders and receiving invoices for payment.
• Reviewing, updating and developing your daily procedural task using PROMPP.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• At least two years' experience in administrative roles
• Strong customer service skills, with a focus on clear communication and problem-solving.
• Proficient in database management and reporting system
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with relevant legislation such as the Supply of Alcohol Act, Alcohol Control Bylaw, Health Act, Food Act and Food Regulations 2015 and Wastewater Drainage Bylaw would be an advantage.

What's on offer:

Kaipara District Council offers a flexible, supportive, and inclusive team culture within a collaborative environment. We also offer:

• Competitive salary with additional benefits, including flexible work options,
• Opportunity to contribute to key public services in a dynamic local government environment.
• Room for growth and development within a supportive, inclusive team.
• 1 paid day off per year to volunteer in the Kaipara community.
• A culture of health and wellbeing with free EAP services and regular staff wellness initiatives.
• 5 weeks Annual Leave after 5 years' service.

About Kaipara District Council (KDC)    

Our business is to create a thriving community, where people love to live, work and play. We pride ourselves on making a positive difference and we nurture our people and place by inspiring a vibrant healthy and caring environment with a commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive culture. Our mahi is underpinned by our values of mahi tahi (teamwork), mana (integrity), pono (being trustworthy), whakaute (respect) and mahia te mahi (make it happen).

How to apply

If you're keen to join a supportive team in an interesting and rewarding role, use the link below to be directed to our Careers Website and apply now!

 Please refer to the job description for more information, or contact Kevin Whitehead, P&C Talent Acquisition Partner at careers@kaipara.govt.nz

 Please note that the preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including criminal history and policy vetting checks.