How to Apply for a Job Vacancy

Job applications can be submitted online, emailed or posted to us.

What to Include

To apply for a vacancy you must submit the completed Application Form, a cover letter and and your current CV.

You can email your completed Application Form to vacancy@tasman.govt.nz providing it arrives by the closing date. Or you can post it to:

The Human Resources Manager, Tasman District Council, Private Bag 4, Richmond, Nelson 7050, New Zealand

After the closing date, relevant staff shortlist the applicants for the interview process.
Only staff that are involved in the application process will view the information you provide in your application.
These applicants are contacted by the Human Resources Manager to arrange interviews.
If you are from outside the Nelson / Tasman area, the Council will give reasonable assistance to cover your travel costs.
Generally, you will not be required to bring any extra documentation to the interview.
If you are unsuccessful in securing an interview you will be notified within two weeks of the closing date for the position.
Following the interview, unsuccessful applicants will be notified by letter.

The employment offer will generally be made verbally over the phone and supported by written confirmation.

There is an information pack for every vacancy listed. It is available from the Human Resources Manager and contains the following information:

For assistance and further information please contact the Human Resources Manager:

Phone 03 543 8491, Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 5.00 pm.