Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Bring your technical and people skills to a leadership role
- Flexible working
- Permanent opportunity based in Wellington or Auckland
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity''
We have a great opportunity for someone who can provide technical and people leadership to a team of Geospatial specialists that lead the development and delivery of the Enterprise Geospatial capability work programme. This role will look to collaborate across all NZTA to help shape and deliver spatial solutions for key projects and programmes that provide better transport sector outcomes, providing fit for purpose geospatial solutions and services to both internal and external users. This role offers an opportunity to drive the enterprise geospatial strategy for NZTA and to improve the overall maturity of the Geospatial function.
To be successful in this role you will need to have a solid technical background that will enable you to mentor the team. You will need to be process-oriented, able to tap into your Agile mindset to streamline and manage the work. You will also need strong interpersonal skills to work with and manage various stakeholders across the agency.
You will find out more about the role here Position Description.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
- Extensive technical expertise and experience with FME, ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online to deliver spatial products
- Demonstrated leadership capability in a GIS lead role with significant experience in a GIS function at a large, multifaceted organization.
- Strong contemporary knowledge of strategic spatial intelligence needs and industry trends
- Experienced people leader, with a track record of building high performing, engaged teams
- Experienced in developing technical talent, with a focus on knowledge sharing and capability building
- Strong problem-solving orientation - must be able to develop innovative, resourceful solutions to complex unstructured problems
- Senior level experience in the delivery of spatial intelligence solutions ideally for the delivery of transport infrastructure
Qualifications
- A relevant tertiary degree or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline such as GIS, Geography, IT, analytics or similar
You will 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 service.
Mō mātou | About Us
The Geospatial function at NZTA is close-knit team that works collaboratively across the organisation to delivery valuable spatial solutions. We love to help and support each other as we work together to deliver awesome spatial solutions for the agency. You will be joining a team with a strong work ethic and have the opportunity to mentor and develop some very talented people.
Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible working arrangements
- Along with our other'benefits'we also have 5 weeks annual leave and an Income Protection and Critical illness Insurance scheme available for all permanent employees
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:
Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.
Rā Katinga | Applications close: 16th July 2025 | we will be considering applications as they come in so submit your application as soon as you can.
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.