Use this guide when applying for a position within Manukau City Council and to gain a better understanding of our recruitment process.

How to apply for jobs at Manukau City Council
Step 1 - submit your application online
Step 2 - the interview process
Step 3 - pre-employment screening
Step 4 - psychometric testing

How to apply for jobs at Manukau City Council

Step 1 - Submitting your application online

Please follow the steps below when submitting your job application online:

• VisitSEEK or www.localgovernmentcareers.govt.nz to search for vacancies at Manukau City Council
• We use a competency-based recruitment and selection procedure for all appointments. An important part of the selection process is the assessment of a candidate against the job criteria (job description) which are set out in the advertisement
• Select the position most suited for you and review the job description. If no job description is available, you can request a copy by emailing us
• Click on the 'apply' button at the bottom of the page
• Complete the online application form
• Attach your CV
• Attach a cover letter
• Click on the 'submit application' button.

The length of the recruitment process can vary for each role advertised, however it's important to us that you are kept informed during this period. Initially you will receive an email acknowledging your application, then once all applications have been considered for the vacancy you will be contacted again with an update.

Note: that all advertised positions are subject to a closing date. Please submit your application before this date, as we will not accept applications past the closing date.

For certain advertised positions, we engage with Madison Recruitment to assist us with the recruitment process.

If you are applying from outside NZ, please visit www.immigration.govt.nz to view the immigration process in New Zealand.

Step 2 - The interview process

Once we have completed the initial screening process, we will shortlist successful candidates. These shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview.

To assist in preparation for the interview we have compiled some guidelines around our interview process.

Step 3 - Pre-employment screening

Certain roles will be subject to pre-employment screening. Where appropriate, candidates will be notified at interview stage and will be asked to bring along with them a valid form of identification (e.g. passport or drivers licence). Candidates will be required to complete the relevant forms in order for their application to progress and the screening can be completed.

Step 4 - Psychometric testing

All jobs within council require psychometric testing. Different assessments are used according to the criteria of the position you are applying for.

• Personality assessments allow us to gain a better understanding of your interpersonal style, customer focus and work attitudes (including leadership potential)
• Ability assessments help us understand your ability to critically analyse words and/or numbers.

You can trial a sample of these types of ability tests you would expect to complete - www.opra.co.nz.

Should you require additional information, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

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