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The process for applying for a role at the Otago Regional Council is straight forward and thorough.

 

Applying for a Vacancy​

  • Complete the online application form.​

  • Upload your cover letter and CV.​

  • You’ll receive an email confirmation once your application is submitted.​

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Shortlisting & Interviews​

  • You’ll be notified by phone, text, or email if shortlisted.​

  • Interviews may include:​

    • Initial phone interview​

    • Video interview​

    • Formal panel interview (confirmation sent by email)​

  • If unsuccessful, we’ll advise you by email.​

 

The Interview Process​

  • Interviews are conducted by a panel of around three people.​

  • Allow about one hour.​

  • We use the STAR technique for behavioural questions:​

    • Situation — describe the context​

    • Task — explain your goal or responsibility​

    • Action — share the steps you took​

    • Result — outline the outcome​

 

Reference Checking & Assessments​

  • Depending on the role, you may be asked to complete:​

    • Reference and background checks​

    • Ability and/or personality assessments​

    • Pre-employment checks (health, drug &alcohol, Ministry of Justice, and/or police vetting)​

  • We’ll discuss all checks with you before they begin.

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Please be ready to supply:​

  • A certified copy or original of either your birth certificate or passport​

  • Your driver’s licence or photo ID

 

Offer of Employment​

  • If successful, you’ll first be contacted directly, followed by a written offer.​

  • If not successful, we’ll let you know promptly and provide feedback if requested.​

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Overseas Applicants​

  • We are an accredited employer with Immigration NZ.​

  • We can provide information to support visa applications (if the role meets immigration criteria).​

  • For more details, visit Immigration NZ.​

 

Summer Student/Graduate Roles​

  • Enhance your future employment opportunities through meaningful work with us.​

  • Duration: 3–4 months (full-time, fixed-term)​

  • Who it’s for: 

    • Current or recently graduated tertiary students​

  • Programme includes:​

    • Tailored onboarding​

    • Cohort-based networking opportunities​

    • Comprehensive welcome and induction programme​

    • Applications open: Mid-July (via our careers portal)​

Eligibility:​

  • Studying at a New Zealand university​

  • Currently studying or graduating in (Do we want to put yearhere)​

  • Eligible to work in New Zealand​

  • Available full-time November–February​

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