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Local Government salaries in New Zealand

Advertised pay for Local Government roles (Government & Defence) on Seek New Zealand — aggregated from real job-ad salary ranges.

NZD $67,500 – $202,500 a year

Typical midpoint around $97,500

Based on 337 jobs advertised on Seek · data refreshed 2 Jun 2026

What do Local Government roles pay?

Across 337 jobs advertised in Government & Defence on Seek New Zealand, Local Government positions typically advertise between $67,500 and $202,500 NZD a year, with a typical midpoint around $97,500. Ranges are entered by the advertiser, so treat them as a negotiation guide rather than a guarantee.

Common roles

RoleTypical midSample
Team Leader$108k14 jobs
Asset Manager$123k9 jobs
Adviser$98k6 jobs
Building Control Officer$93k17 jobs
Manager$173k6 jobs
Compliance Officer$83k7 jobs
Officer$83k6 jobs
Program Manager$133k3 jobs

Related in Government & Defence

  • Government $78k – $253k
  • Policy, Planning & Regulation $78k – $253k
  • Emergency Services $58k – $153k
  • Regional Council $78k – $203k
  • Police & Corrections $68k – $153k
  • Government - Local $58k – $203k

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