• Full Time
• Application Closes 31 May 2026
• Manawatu - Palmerston North
• Environmental Science and Protection Technician, Including Health

The role 

Horizons Regional Council is looking for an enthusiastic person to join our Catchment Operations Group on a permanent, full-time basis, based in Palmerston North. You will be leading a team providing asset support for our teams working across the region, ensuring a consistent approach to the management of our infrastructural assets that provide vital flood protection to our community. You will be responsible for the development of our Asset Management Plans as well as the integration of Council’s Asset Management Information System across the Catchment Operations Group.

About you 

We’re looking for the right person to join our team. You’ll bring strong leadership skills, a relevant Bachelor’s degree, and practical experience in a similar environment. An Infrastructure Asset Management Diploma would be an advantage however, is not essential. You’ll also have a good working knowledge of health and safety, along with excellent communication skills. As our work covers a large geographic area, a current full driver’s licence is essential.

If you can bring passion and enthusiasm to work then look no further, we have the training and career progression to provide you with a great opportunity!

Why join us? 

When you join us, you can look forward to a rewarding career full of opportunities to develop a positive and supportive work environment. We do this through: 

• Positive focus on employee health, wellness and wellbeing initiatives across the organisation including your birthday off, wellbeing day, life insurance for all permanent staff and 5 weeks leave after 2 years of service.
• Flexible family friendly work environment.
• Ongoing development and opportunities across the organisation to grow, specialise or diversify your skills.
• Working together for a better environment across our region.
• A supportive and social work environment across the organisation.

About us 

The Horizons region extends over 22,200km2 – from Ruapehu in the north and Horowhenua in the south, to Whanganui in the west and Tararua in the east. We work with and for our community in the use and protection of our environment, managing our precious resources of land, air and water; as well as public transport and a key role in emergency management. At Horizons Regional Council we work to make our region a healthy environment where people are thriving, including our staff.

Applications close at 5pm on Sunday 31 May 2026. 

Horizons are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to ensuring we have a diverse and inclusive workplace, so our people reflect the diversity of our region.