Senior/Statistical and Data Technician | Kaihangarau Tauanga Me Ngā Raraunga / Kaihangarau Tauanga, Raraunga Matua

• Do you have an eye for detail? Bring your curious mindset and natural strength in problem-solving and troubleshooting
• Based in Pōneke (Wellington) or Ōtautahi (Christchurch).

Roles available:

• Senior Statistical & Data Technician - 1 x permanent, 1 x fixed term until December 2026
• Statistical & Data Technician - 1 x permanent, part-time (20 hours/week)

The roles | Te tūnga

Based in our Complex Business & Processing Support Unit, the role covers a variety of topics, including financial, economic and social. As a Statistical and Data Technician you will be a ‘transformer’, because your role is to transform our data to a more useable, value-added state so it can be used in our statistical production process.  The work includes loading data, data editing, data sourcing, classification, validation, checking, shaping and confronting data. The aim of the game is to get the data one step closer to informing important decisions in Aotearoa, and your contribution ensures our data is ready to take the next step.

As a Senior Statistical & Data Technician, you will be expected to work at a higher level – undertaking more complex data validation, taking greater responsibility for the delivery of processed data, identifying improvements to our data processing processes, and coaching & mentoring other Statistical & Data Technicians.

What you bring | Nōu te rourou   

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Curiosity, with a passion for troubleshooting, process improvements, and innovation
• Experience working with financial account data or experience in an accounts area, and the ability to apply technical checking skills is desirable
• A high level of organisational skills, ability to follow processes and carry out repetitive tasks with a high level of detail and problem solve issues as they arise
• Demonstrated experience in working to tight deadlines, good time management skills, and ability to adapt and respond to new information
• Experience operating data processing systems with a proven ability to quickly learn and use new software/ technologies when required
• The ability to work well in a team environment and form effective relationships with a range of people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and are confident in presenting your work in plain English
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and applying cultural capability in their practice 

We recognise that valuable skills can come from a range of industries, including unpaid work. We welcome and value all forms of transferable skills. Please bring your full unique self to your application. 

For all our roles, we’re looking for people who: 

• Act with integrity, take responsibility, and do what’s right even when it’s hard. 
• Understand the ‘why’ behind their work and focus on delivering real value. 
• Stay curious and open to learning, seeing challenges as chances to grow. 
• Build respectful and inclusive relationships, grounded in care for others. 
• Work collaboratively across boundaries and contribute to collective outcomes. 

We don’t expect you to know everything. What matters is your genuine interest, commitment, and readiness to grow with us. Tell us about yourself in your cover letter, what attracted you to this role, and what you would bring to Stats NZ. 

About Us | Ko mātou

Stats NZ | Tatauranga Aotearoa is the National Statistics Office, leading the way in data and insights. While this is our focus, it’s our people who are central to everything we do. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, recognising that our work is strengthened by the people behind it. 

The data and insights we produce help shape decisions across government, communities, and businesses, and plays an important role in telling the story of Aotearoa New Zealand. Our mahi supports informed decision making at both national and local levels, helping improve outcomes for people, the economy, and the environment. 

We’re proud of the role we play in guiding and strengthening the data system, with a goal of delivering high quality data with equitable access for all. 

What’s in it for you? | Ngā hua ka riro ki a koe

Take a look at our Stats NZ careers site to learn more about our organisational values: He pēwhea ā tātou tikanga mahi | The way we work. 

Some key benefits include: 

• 37.5 hour work week
• 15 days sick leave allowance (to be used for yourself or people under your care)
• 3 extra leave days (taken during end-of-year office closure)
• Flu vaccines, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), visual and hearing health allowances and corporate rates for a variety of services and products
• Opportunities for career development and progression

Salary:

Statistical & Data Technician - $57,403 - $63,080 + KiwiSaver

Senior - $60,148 - $70,762 + KiwiSaver

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono   

If this sounds like you, click on the Apply now button to be redirect to the application page on our careers site. The position description is located on the right-hand side of the page. 

Please indicate your role preference and any experience that relates to that preference in your application. 

Our process is to screen applications as we receive them, so we move to interview stage quickly.  You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video. The job may close before the advertised closing date depending on application numbers.

Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process. 

Please reach out to recruitment@stats.govt.nz if you have any questions.  

You must have a valid work permit or visa to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Background and various pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.