MTFJ Mayor's TaskForce For Jobs

28/10/2026

Go on with ya good self MTFJ 🙌🏽

Kia Ora Kawerau Hapori

We have started livestreaming our Council meetings again!

If you want to watch the meetings, in real time, you can do so on our YouTube channel
🔗https://www.youtube.com/

The Council’s Regulatory and Services Committee Meeting is being livestreamed today, from 9am. Use the link below to watch:
👀https://www.youtube.com/live/Ia8bvaGKOyY?si=zzMzH_LX-HCI1wUZ

Agenda for 21 October, Regulatory and Services Committee Meeting
�https://www.kaweraudc.govt.nz/sites/www.kaweraudc.govt.nz/files/documents/event-calendar/rs_agenda_-_october_2026.pdf

Ngā mihi

28/10/2026

Kawerau District Council and Services will be closed from 1pm - 3pm on Thursday 5 November, to celebrate the successes and acknowledge our Council team who serve the community.

Arohamai, during this time Council services will not be available to the community.

📣All Council services will be closed from 1pm to 3pm:

🏠Council Office and AA Services
✅OPEN 8am - 1pm
❌CLOSED 1pm - 3pm
✅REOPEN 3pm - 5pm

📚Kawerau District Library and Sir James Fletcher Museum
✅OPEN 10am - 1pm
❌CLOSED 1pm - 3pm
✅REOPEN 3pm - 5pm

🏊🏿‍♂️Maurie Kjar Aquatic Centre
✅OPEN 9am - 1pm
❌CLOSED 1pm - 3pm
✅REOPEN 3pm - 4.30pm

💚isite
✅OPEN 9am - 1pm
❌CLOSED 1pm - 3pm
✅REOPEN 3pm - 4pm

♻Kawerau Transfer Station
⚠CHANGE OF HOURS 11am - 1pm

Please note, the phone service will switch to after-hours service from 1pm to 3pm. For urgent assistance, please phone 07 306 9009 and select the appropriate response.

Thank you in advance for your support and patience, which allows Council staff to attend our 2026 Staff Awards.

28/10/2026

🚧 We're hiring a Roading and Facilities Technician!

We are looking for a practical, hands-on Roading and Facilities Technician to support the delivery of day-to-day maintenance across Council's roading network, drainage infrastructure, buildings, and public facilities.

You will play a key role in maintaining Council assets to a high standard, ensuring they remain safe, functional, and attractive for our community. This is a varied position that combines building maintenance, roading works, asset inspections, and customer service.

No two days are the same, and you'll enjoy working both independently and as part of a team to solve problems and deliver practical outcomes.

📅 Applications close 5pm, Friday 20 November 2026
📧 Apply: [email protected]

Visit our website for the Position Description and Application Form
🔗https://www.kaweraudc.govt.nz/about-council/careers/vacancies

23/10/2026

🏕️ WE'RE HIRING – RESIDENT CUSTODIAN
📍 Ngatuhoa Lodge | Kaimai Ranges, Bay of Plenty

Fancy living and working in one of the most beautiful spots in the Bay of Plenty?

Ngatuhoa Lodge is looking for a practical, hardworking and enthusiastic Resident Custodian to join our team!

This is a unique opportunity to live onsite at our remote outdoor education lodge, helping us provide unforgettable experiences for school groups, families and community organisations.

🏡 What's on offer?
- Full-time, permanent position
- Onsite accommodation, power and internet provided
- A stunning natural environment to call home
- A varied role where no two days are the same
- Opportunities for professional development and outdoor adventure qualifications

🔨 What we're looking for:

Someone who's hands-on, self-motivated and comfortable tackling everything from property maintenance and groundskeeping to cleaning, hosting guests and supporting outdoor activities.

🧗 Experience in abseiling or outdoor instruction would be a huge advantage! NZOIA qualifications are highly desirable, although we're willing to invest in training the right person.

This role would suit an individual or couple looking for a lifestyle change, who enjoy the outdoors and take pride in looking after a special place.

If this sounds like you, or someone you know, we'd love to hear from you!

Send us a message to find out more or apply.

Please share and help us find the right person to join the Ngatuhoa whānau!



www.ngatuhoa.org.nz

22/10/2026

///PART TIME JOB OPPORTUNITY///

We are looking for a keen, motivated and fun person to join our Bakery Team.

- 20-25 hours per week
- Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 4am - 12:30pm
- Permanent contract
- Immediate start available
- Perks include a great place to work, a team discount when shopping in store and competitive hourly rate for the work needed to be done.

If you are honest, reliable and able to work these days and hours (they are non-negotiable) and you are legally allowed to work in NZ - then pop into store and fill in an application form, or send your CV to [email protected]