Senior Advisor Compliance and Contract Management at Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi in Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand | NZD109,408-145,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

supplier collaboration

performance influence

technical guidance

contract management

Collaborate with leaders and suppliers to deliver value for New Zealand\
Influence $1.2B of supplier performance and commercial outcomes
Provide technical guidance and drive best practice in contract management

Requirements

contract management

frameworks

business degree

stakeholder engagement

risk mitigation

analytical

Experience designing and embedding frameworks, tools, and templates
Strong experience in contract management, compliance, or commercial advisory roles
Tertiary qualification in business, commerce, law, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
Certification in contract management, procurement, or commercial management (preferred)
Ability to interpret and apply contractual terms and mitigate risk
Analytical skills to identify trends and develop actionable insights

Benefits

A competitive salary and benefits package
5 weeks annual leave
Flexible working arrangements (role dependent)
Appointment at a salary between 109,408 –145,000 of band, commensurate with skills and experience
Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance for all permanent employees

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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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.

Articles

Waka Kotahi Careers

Projects and Case Studies

Sustainability in Transport

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.

Articles

Waka Kotahi Careers

Projects and Case Studies

Sustainability in Transport