Summer Student - Compliance (Fixed Term)

Te whakapakari tahi i tō tātau Taiao – Enhancing our environment together.

Our vision is a healthy environment and a resilient and prosperous community.

About The opportunity | Ko te āheinga:

This summer, Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is offering a paid Internship Programme to students who are studying towards a formal qualification that directly relates to the work we do here.

There is a summer student placement within the Compliance team which will run between approximately November 2026 to January/February 2027 (don’t worry, we can work the dates around your exams!). This fixed term placement will provide you with interesting, paid, full-time work as well as career development while you study. The opportunity to work and learn with real hands on experience is hugely beneficial to your growth as a student.

The Summer Student - Compliance will provide administrative support to the Compliance Team, working closely with Compliance Coordinators to assist with a range of compliance monitoring and records management activities.

You will work on ensuring compliance monitoring information, reports, and records are accurately processed, maintained, and managed across a range of Council systems. You'll support compliance and enforcement activities through data management, document administration, electronic record keeping, and general team support.

This opportunity will help you to develop valuable skills in data management, regulatory processes, and local government operations in a supportive team, providing a strong foundation for your future career.

About you | E pā ana ki a koe:

We are looking for an enthusiastic student that is well organised, shows high levels of initiative and has the ability to work independently or with a team.

You will also have:

• Recently completed or be studying towards a formal qualification in a relevant field
• An interest in environmental compliance, regulatory processes, or local government operations
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage data accurately, prioritise tasks, and maintain attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• A valid driver’s licence is preferred but not essential

What we offer | Nga huanga mōu:

The hourly rate for our students is**$27.00**, plus 8% pay as you go for your annual leave entitlement.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We recognise that collaborative and innovative organisations depend on having a workforce made up from a diverse range of perspectives and experiences. We're all about excellence, and we encourage open communication – if you need any specific support, just let us know! Our main goal is to empower each person to share their unique talents to contribute to the outcomes for our community. This commitment ensures that our workplace is a dynamic and progressive space where everyone can flourish.

HBRC is responsible for Civil Defence emergencies and as such, all staff may be called upon to support the response.

How to apply | I pēhea ki te whakauru:

Applications close Thursday 24 September 2026, however we will be shortlisting and interviewing appropriate candidates as applications are received. If you are interested in this position, please do not wait to apply as we may close the ad earlier than advertised.

Applicants must have existing rights to work in New Zealand.

Please apply through Seek.

If you would like any further information regarding the role, please email [email protected]

About us | E pā ki a mātou:

At Hawke’s Bay Regional Council our purpose is to work with our community to protect and manage the region’s precious taonga of rivers, lakes, soils, air, coast and biodiversity for health, wellbeing and connectivity. Our organisation is diverse and our work is varied. Our structure comprises of six key business units; Corporate Services, Integrated Catchment Management, Asset Management, Māori Partnerships, Policy & Regulation, and the Executive Advisory Group which also consists of the Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

We focus on prioritising:

Te kounga o te wai, te haumarutanga me te mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi o te whakamarutanga | Water quality, safety and climate-resilient security.

Kia koi, kia toitū hoki te whakamahinga o te whenua | Climate-smart and sustainable land use.

Kia ora, kia āhei, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki te rerenga rauropi | Healthy, functioning and climate-resilient biodiversity.

Kia toitū, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki ngā ratonga me ngā hanganga ā-whare | Sustainable and climate-resilient services and infrastructure.