Co-Lab Careers

Working With Us

At Co-Lab, everything we do is about making a genuine difference for our communities. We help councils connect, share ideas, pool resources, and deliver smarter, more efficient services across the Waikato region and beyond. Collaboration isn’t just part of our name – it’s how we work every day.

Our people care deeply about achieving better outcomes. Whether your expertise is in building, roading, waters, procurement, or any of the other services we support, you’ll play an important role in shaping services that matter.

We value fresh thinking, practical problem-solving, and a team-first mindset. If you’re passionate about local government and want to help drive positive change, Co-Lab could be the perfect place for you.

Here, you’ll be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team, work on projects that have real impact, and grow your skills along the way.

Our Vacancies

If you’re keen to make a difference and work on projects that matter to our communities, check out our current vacancies on Seek using the link here or the logo below.

Our Culture & Environment

We’re proud to have achieved over 85% staff engagement for the past three years. We value open conversations, support growth, and celebrate our ‘wins’ together. 

Our Environment – some things you can expect working with us:

  • Modern offices with hotdesking
  • Mobile phone provided and updated every three years
  • Added to the Co-Lab Spark mobile account for free calling and texts to NZ or Australian numbers
  • Upgrade of laptop / device every three years
  • Annual Co-Lab awards to recognise excellence
  • Active social club
  • Free carparking beside the Lakewood precinct (where the office is located)
  • An absolutely awesome bunch of people 😊

Benefits & Perks

At Co-Lab, we know we’re only successful because of our amazing people. That’s why we offer great employee benefits and perks, such as:

Work-Life Balance
  • Flexibility in working hours and location
  • Opportunity for part-time hours
  • Ability to change your normal days of work
Professional Development
  • Annual budgeted development fund for ongoing professional development
  • Individual paid memberships to professional organisations
Employee Wellbeing
  • Free health insurance with our Co-Lab group medical scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that offers free and confidential counselling and support
  • Free annual flu vaccinations
Leave
  • Day off on your birthday
  • One Wellness Day in addition to your sick leave balance.
  • One week Long Service leave, after 5 years of continuous service.
  • Sick leave from day one (you don’t have to work for 6 months first).
  • Accrued annual leave can be taken before 12 month anniversary.
Staff Discounts