Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Join a supportive team
- Flexible working
- Based in Palmerston North
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We are looking for a Licensing Officer to join our Commercial Licensing team. In this role you will use your professional judgement, keen eye for detail and robust decision-making skills to assess the fitness and propriety of individuals and organisations applying to operate in the commercial transport space.
You'll handle complex inquiries and make risk-based assessments aligned to NZTA's regulatory framework. Responsibilities will include:
- Assessing applications in our workflow system and supporting Senior Commercial Licensing Officers
- Collecting and recording information to a high standard, carrying out intelligence led, risk-based assessments in line with our Regulatory strategy and our legislative guidelines
- Managing your time effectively to ensure applications are assessed within a timely manner
- Communicating with the public, regulated parties and other business groups within NZTA and demonstrating our values and behaviours
This is a varied and fast-paced role where there is scope to learn and develop your skills as a regulator! There is plenty of opportunity to grow in this role within NZTA.
You will find out more about the role here Position Description
We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $61,843 to $82,457 commensurate to skills and experience.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Sound judgement and decision making in a regulatory setting
- Excellent attention to detail and a solutions focused mindset
- Confidence working with legislation and policy
- Ability to change and adapt to workflows in a high-volume work environment
- Excellent time management skills
- Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Ko wai mātou | About us
The Safer Commercial Transport team is responsible for regulating commercial transport operators: from heavy vehicles to small passenger services. We do this by monitoring our sector through audits, reviews and investigations and working with industry to drive best practice. The team regulates transport operators that have been licensed to operate as a transport service.
Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return
We care about our people and invest in supporting our staff at NZTA. If you join us, you can expect:
- A supportive working environment
- Flexible working options
- A competitive salary package, aligned with your skills and experience
- 5 weeks annual leave and other great benefits
Ready to take the next step in your career? We'd love to hear from you.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:'
Apply today by including a cover letter detailing why you are the ideal candidate for this role and attach along with your CV.
Rā Katinga | Applications close: 8 July 2025
For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz
To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
NZTA| Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.