Kaitātari Raraunga | Data Analyst - Data System Improvements at Ministry for the Environment, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Fixed Term or Secondment opportunity to end of June

This role is a fixed term position in response to increased demand within our high priority work programmes. We are surging in people and resources in response to these priorities.

Mō te tūranga mahi | About the role   

Are you passionate about working with and analysing environmental data?

We're looking for an experienced Data Analyst to join the Data System Improvements team to support our work to improve the environmental, climate and resource management data systems.

This role will deliver a small number of key projects designed to automate core data and reporting products. Likely areas of focus include improving emissions data delivery processes, automating environmental monitoring and reporting processes, and integrating geospatial data.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience   

Our ideal candidate will bring:

• A mix of data, analysis and advisory skills.
• 2+ years experience using R and Python to analyse environmental or climate data.
• Experience in data management including familiarity with ETL and version control processes (eg Git).
• Familiarity using GIS products (eg ArcGIS, QGIS, FME).
• Experience with agile project delivery methods.
• Strong attention to detail and a future focused mindset in improving the ways we work with data.

Whānuitanga Utu ā-Tau | Salary range  

Salary range for this role is $80,712 to $97,721 pa.  Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.  

Ngā hua ka puta i te mahi ki MfE | Benefits of working at MfE  

• a flexible working approach to embrace a healthy work-life blend 
• agile ways of working, allowing you variety and challenges across the organisation as we work as ‘One MfE' 
• active employee networks including Māori Rōpū, Asian Network, Neurodivergent and Disability Networks, Women's Network, Tagata Moana (Pacific Peoples' Network), and Rainbow Network 
• opportunities for development and education.           

Check out other benefits of joining us and hear what our people say about Working at MfE | Ministry for the Environment.  

Tono ināianei | Apply now  

Apply directly by completing the online application form and submit your CV and cover letter.  Note: your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.     

If you require further information about this position please contact Ngaire Howes at Ngaire.howes@mfe.govt.nz.  The position description is available via our careers centre www.mfe.govt.nz/jobs.  

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively strive to be a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture.  We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.  We are proud to be a Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick certified organisation and are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.   

We want to ensure any accessibility needs you may have are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all.  Therefore, please let us know if there are any adjustments or support we can offer to make the recruitment process more accessible to you.  Please contact us at vacancy@mfe.govt.nz if you would like to discuss any accessibility needs you may have.  

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.  

Note: for internal permanent kaimahi who are applying for a secondment, you must speak with your Manager before submitting your application.

Rā Katinga | Applications close:   Sunday, 23 November 2025