Business Solutions Analyst – Ref:545

Full Time - Fixed term (until July 2026) 

About the role 

Are you passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success? Do you have a knack for analyzing complex problems and devising innovative solutions? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!  

Due to secondments to a major IT project, two fixed term roles have become available through to 26 July 2026. 

In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business needs, analyze processes, and implement effective solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive growth. Your expertise will be crucial in bridging the gap between business objectives and technological capabilities, ensuring that our solutions are both practical and impactful. 

 Skills and Experience 

  • Excellent communicator who can quickly gain the confidence and respect of managers and staff at all levels of the organisation. This includes the ability to write reports and prepare presentations to management and council, which are concise, accurate and which can explain technical jargon in easily understood terms to those without specialist knowledge.   

  • A relevant tertiary or professional qualification with proven working experience as a business analyst in a low code environment.  

  • Demonstrated strategic and analytical thinking with the ability to find creative solutions and cost-effective practical applications where appropriate.  

  • Ability to identify what is “fit for purpose”, to ensure that the right level of investment is made in defining a problem and implementing a solution.  

  • Knowledge of, and experience in delivering solutions using, the Microsoft 365 tools   

  • Knowledge and experience in delivering business intelligence solutions.  

  • Knowledge of the agile principles and how they can be applied to projects.  

  • Knowledge of local government and the application of relevant legislation.  

  • Have a flexible, self-motivated and well organised approach to work and demonstrated ability to work under pressure without supervision to meet deadlines. 

  • Be comfortable with managing multiple activities related to many projects. 

  • Effective interpersonal skills with a demonstrated commitment to customer service and willingness to and capability for working with a wide range of people within and outside the organisation.    

  • Holder of a current and valid NZ Drivers’ licence 

 Please read the Job Description [PDF 214 KB]. [PDF 214 KB] 

About us 

Beautiful beaches and a short journey to or from Wellington make the Kāpiti Coast a great place to live and work. Working for the Kāpiti Coast District Council means being part of a caring, dynamic and effective customer-focused team who makes a positive difference in the community we serve. To find out more about our vision and direction click here. 

 Enquiries about this position should be directed to Hamish Kyne, Acting Manager Business Solutions on 04 296 4700 or free phone 0800 486 486. 

 How to apply 

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo the usual pre-employment checks, including drug and alcohol screening, criminal history, police vetting, and credit checks. Please note you must be eligible to work in New Zealand. 

Apply here.*  

*Before you apply, please ensure that you have the following documentation ready: your cover letter, CV, a copy of your work visa (if applicable) and Drivers Licence.  

We will be processing applications as they are received, so don’t delay!