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Product Owner - Environmental Applications
Field Sales
#798425
Remote / WFH
Tasman District Council
Job Description
Richmond, New Zealand
Reference: 6919007
Help shape the future of environmental science through technology.
Why join us?
Join a collaborative, passionate team making a real difference
Competitive salary + benefits package + health insurance
Flexible and hybrid working options
More than a job... it's an opportunity to contribute to the future of our environment and community
Use technology to create meaningful environmental outcomes
Are you an experienced Product Owner or IT professional looking for work with purpose?
This is a unique opportunity to combine technology, innovation, and environmental stewardship in a role that directly supports the science behind protecting and managing our region's land, water, air, biodiversity, and natural hazards.
As Product Owner - Environmental Applications, you'll work closely with scientists, data specialists, and technology teams to ensure the digital tools and systems they rely on are effective, user-friendly, and delivering real value. You'll play a pivotal role in transforming ideas into practical solutions, helping our teams make informed decisions and deliver trusted environmental information to our community.
About the role
Based within our Environmental Data & Monitoring team, you'll be the vital link between our environmental science teams and IT delivery partners.
You'll work with stakeholders across a diverse range of environmental disciplines to understand their challenges, identify opportunities for improvement, and translate business needs into well-defined requirements. Managing a structured pipeline of enhancements and priorities, you'll help ensure our applications continue to evolve and meet both current and future needs.
This is a role for someone who enjoys bringing people together, solving complex problems, and turning ideas into outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the capture, analysis, and prioritisation of business requirements
Managing and maintaining a structured product backlog and improvement roadmap
Collaborating with internal IT teams and external vendors to deliver successful solutions
Supporting application enhancements from concept through to implementation
Ensuring solutions align with business objectives and user needs
Driving continuous improvement across our environmental applications ecosystem
Helping improve the accessibility, accuracy, and use of environmental information
About you
You're a natural collaborator who enjoys building relationships and bringing together diverse perspectives to achieve great outcomes.
You can confidently engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ask insightful questions, and translate complex requirements into practical solutions.
You'll bring:
Experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar role
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
Experience gathering, analysing, and documenting requirements
Knowledge of backlog management, prioritisation, and structured delivery processes
An analytical mindset and a passion for continuous improvement
Excellent communication and facilitation skills
The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
You may hold a tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline. Applicants with a science background and significant IT experience are also encouraged to apply.
What's in it for you?
We believe great work deserves great support. That's why we offer:
A flexible benefits package that can be tailored to suit your lifestyle
Health insurance and wellbeing initiatives
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
Career development and learning opportunities
The chance to contribute to projects that have a lasting impact on our environment and community
And when the workday is done, you'll enjoy everything our region has to offer, from stunning coastlines and outdoor adventures to an incredible lifestyle and welcoming community.
Make a difference with us
If you're excited by the opportunity to use your product ownership and technology skills to support environmental outcomes and help shape smarter ways of working, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and join a team that's passionate about making a positive difference for our environment and our community.
Applications Close: 21 Aug 2026
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Reference: 6919007
Help shape the future of environmental science through technology.
Why join us?
Join a collaborative, passionate team making a real difference
Competitive salary + benefits package + health insurance
Flexible and hybrid working options
More than a job... it's an opportunity to contribute to the future of our environment and community
Use technology to create meaningful environmental outcomes
Are you an experienced Product Owner or IT professional looking for work with purpose?
This is a unique opportunity to combine technology, innovation, and environmental stewardship in a role that directly supports the science behind protecting and managing our region's land, water, air, biodiversity, and natural hazards.
As Product Owner - Environmental Applications, you'll work closely with scientists, data specialists, and technology teams to ensure the digital tools and systems they rely on are effective, user-friendly, and delivering real value. You'll play a pivotal role in transforming ideas into practical solutions, helping our teams make informed decisions and deliver trusted environmental information to our community.
About the role
Based within our Environmental Data & Monitoring team, you'll be the vital link between our environmental science teams and IT delivery partners.
You'll work with stakeholders across a diverse range of environmental disciplines to understand their challenges, identify opportunities for improvement, and translate business needs into well-defined requirements. Managing a structured pipeline of enhancements and priorities, you'll help ensure our applications continue to evolve and meet both current and future needs.
This is a role for someone who enjoys bringing people together, solving complex problems, and turning ideas into outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the capture, analysis, and prioritisation of business requirements
Managing and maintaining a structured product backlog and improvement roadmap
Collaborating with internal IT teams and external vendors to deliver successful solutions
Supporting application enhancements from concept through to implementation
Ensuring solutions align with business objectives and user needs
Driving continuous improvement across our environmental applications ecosystem
Helping improve the accessibility, accuracy, and use of environmental information
About you
You're a natural collaborator who enjoys building relationships and bringing together diverse perspectives to achieve great outcomes.
You can confidently engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ask insightful questions, and translate complex requirements into practical solutions.
You'll bring:
Experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar role
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
Experience gathering, analysing, and documenting requirements
Knowledge of backlog management, prioritisation, and structured delivery processes
An analytical mindset and a passion for continuous improvement
Excellent communication and facilitation skills
The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
You may hold a tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline. Applicants with a science background and significant IT experience are also encouraged to apply.
What's in it for you?
We believe great work deserves great support. That's why we offer:
A flexible benefits package that can be tailored to suit your lifestyle
Health insurance and wellbeing initiatives
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
Career development and learning opportunities
The chance to contribute to projects that have a lasting impact on our environment and community
And when the workday is done, you'll enjoy everything our region has to offer, from stunning coastlines and outdoor adventures to an incredible lifestyle and welcoming community.
Make a difference with us
If you're excited by the opportunity to use your product ownership and technology skills to support environmental outcomes and help shape smarter ways of working, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and join a team that's passionate about making a positive difference for our environment and our community.
Applications Close: 21 Aug 2026
Show less
