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Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

Chapter Lead Infrastructure Engineering

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Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
Oversees transport networks, manages infrastructure, and improves road safety across New Zealand.
24d ago
NZ$156,458 - NZ$185,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand
Office Full-Time
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Transport Engineering
Infrastructure Planning
Project Management
Design
Consulting
Transport Policy
Construction
Safety Management
Sector Specialisms
Roads and Rail
Commercial Driving
Safety
Walking, Cycling and Public Transport
Planning and Investment
Regulatory
Temporary Traffic Management
Training and Competency
Role
What you would be doing
strategic partnerships
performance capability
  • Build strategic partnerships with external suppliers to ensure they have access to a scalable, skilled and cost-effective resource to keep up with demand.
  • Develop superior capability for performance, capability in this dynamic role
What you bring
chapter lead
leadership skills
strategic thinking
t-shaped
communication skills
agile practices
  • Strong and proven experience (ideally with a minimum of 5 yrs. experience) as a Chapter Lead or similar leadership role, providing technical leadership within the team and across the organisation
  • Wellington, Auckland or Palmerston North based
  • Demonstrate understanding of the business context, product vision, and strategic goals to align the chapter’s work with overall business objectives and strategy.
  • Bring deep understanding of their chapter's capability, whilst not necessarily always hands-on, have a deep and wide (T-Shaped) background relevant to the capability.
  • Strong leadership skills and strategic thinking to guide and inspire team members. Ability to set a vision, motivate, and align the team toward common goals.
  • Excellent communication skills for facilitating discussions, resolving conflicts, and collaborating with both business and technical stakeholders as well as senior leaders.
  • Strong understanding of agile practices, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean. Familiarity with agile ceremonies (such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives) is essential. Experience working within an Agile matrix model is highly beneficial.
Benefits
  • Flexible working arrangements, including [remote/hybrid options - role dependant].
  • 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.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
11,000 km
Road Network
Manages a vast network spanning thousands of kilometers to support transportation needs.
  • Committed to enhancing transport systems for safer and more sustainable roads.
  • Key focus on improving safety, reducing congestion, and supporting economic growth.
  • Works on high-impact projects like highway upgrades, bridge construction, and public transport systems.
  • Partners with local councils, contractors, and government bodies to drive transport innovation.
  • Focus on long-term projects, including future-proofing infrastructure for urban and rural areas.
  • Committed to integrating new technologies, like electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Culture + Values
  • We are here to improve people’s lives through transport.
  • We embrace diversity of thought and are open to new ideas.
  • We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for everyone.
  • We work collaboratively and communicate openly.
  • We make decisions based on evidence, data, and facts.
  • We are accountable for our actions and outcomes.
  • We act with integrity and are guided by strong ethics.
Environment + Sustainability
35% reduction target
Emissions reduction goal by 2025
Aims to significantly lower transport-related emissions to support climate goals.
10% reduction achieved
Carbon emissions reduction in 2020
Demonstrates progress toward long-term sustainability objectives with measurable results.
  • Committed to becoming a net-zero carbon organization by 2050.
  • Promotes electric vehicles and sustainable transport options.
  • Focus on sustainability extends to procurement, encouraging eco-friendly products and practices.
Inclusion & Diversity
43% Workforce
Women Representation
WomenCurrently account for about half of NZTA’s workforce, reflecting progress toward gender equality.
50% Leadership Goal
Gender Diversity Target
Aiming for balanced gender representation in senior roles within the next four years.
  • Focus on increasing gender diversity across all levels.
  • Policies implemented to support gender equality and ensure balanced representation in leadership roles.
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