Intelligence Analyst

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Opportunity to start or grow your Intelligence career
• Intelligence Analyst role within a close-knit team undertaking Intelligence analysis and assessing threats, risks and issues within our regulatory system
• Wellington based
  

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are looking for an existing or aspiring Intelligence Analyst to join our close-knit Regulatory Intelligence & Risk team. You'll work alongside the Manager, Principals and Seniors and contribute to the success of the team as a whole.

Working in this role you'll support and lead the production of high-quality Intelligence products via the collection of information (including undertaking proactive environmental scanning), undertaking collation and analysis (that applies best practice structured analytical techniques), and assessing threats, risks and issues to the regulatory Land Transport System. Responsibilities include:

• Contributing to environment scanning for threats, risks and issues that relate to our regulation of the Land Transport System
• Providing support and coordination for the management and delivery of Intelligence products (operational and tactical)
• Producing operational and tactical Intelligence products, ensuring timeliness and quality assurance in line with agreed processes.

This role calls for someone who has excellent interpersonal skills and the necessary key technical skills, and who wants to apply these as an Intelligence Analyst. Our team is forward thinking and will allow you to develop and grow your career.

You will find out more about the role here.

We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $91,328 to $121,770 commensurate to skills and experience.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

This is an ideal opportunity for an Intelligence Support Officer, who is looking to take the next steps in their career, or for an existing Intelligence Analyst looking to develop by applying their trade in the regulatory area or on a new regulatory topic. To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience collecting and analysing qualitative and quantitative information
• Experience identifying and assessing threats and risks
• Strong critical thinking skills and application of problem-solving techniques
• An ability to build intentional relationships and work collaboratively with others
• A strong track record of delivery from your previous roles
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.
  

The following would also be an advantage:

• A relevant qualification
• Knowledge of Intelligence, the Land Transport System, and/or regulation.

A security clearance is required, to at least Secret level. It is expected the holder of this role will be privy to classified information from time to time and understands the New Zealand governments classification system and how to maintain information in line with current policies and requirements. For an eligibility self-checking tool, visit: https://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/guidance/getting-a-national-security-clearance/eligibility-tool..

Ko wai mātou | About us

The Regulatory Performance and Insights function undertakes a holistic approach to providing hindsight, insight, foresight and oversight to enable the improvement of the effectiveness, efficiency, resilience and fairness of the whole of the land transport regulatory system.

We encourage you to explore our regulatory strategy Tu Ake, Tu Maia to learn more about how Waka Kotahi and our partners regulate the land transport system to keep it safe for New Zealanders.

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: 27 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.