Principal Advisor Safety Camera System

• Play a critical role in shaping a new integrated intelligence-led approach to the safety camera system

• Ensure that mobile safety camera operations are delivering road safety outcomes in line with the governments Road Safety Objectives.

• Provide insights and advice on safety camera performance in achieving road safety outcomes.

• Fixed term until October 2026

Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity

As Principal Advisor you will provide robust strategic advice and analysis to the Safety Camera System Leadership supporting the deployment and integration of safety cameras across New Zealand. Your work will directly contribute to reducing deaths and serious injuries on our roads aligning with our Road Safety objectives.

You will provide strategic advice and analysis on international best-practice approaches to safety camera systems advocate for road safety outcomes by demonstrating how safety cameras drive behaviour change and take a systems view to ensure the effectiveness of the safety camera system. The role involves liaising with key stakeholders to monitor evaluate and report on system performance acting as a conduit for business and technical expertise in planning and deployment and working collaboratively with internal and external partners to ensure a coordinated approach. Additionally you will support NZTAs safety camera initiatives by proactively influencing and building behaviour change in line with national Road Safety objectives.

This is a key role responsible for contributing to shaping a new integrated risk-based approach to the safety camera system within NZTA. If a challenge is what you are looking for this opportunity is for you.

You will find out more about the role in the Position Description.

Ko koe tēnei About you

To be successful I this role you will have:

• Proven ability to take a strategic approach and apply a systems view to resolve complex issues.

• Experience using research analytics and metrics to lead conversations and inform key decisions.

• Knowledge of evaluation and modelling techniques (including road safety principles) is advantageous.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex topics and influence a range of audiences.

• Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence and build credibility at all levels.

• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in a matrix structure building consensus and commitment to achieve outcomes.

You will also have knowledge of or willingness to gain an appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector

Ka whiwhi koe i te aha What you will get in return

At NZTA youll join a team committed to making a difference for people places and New Zealand.

• A competitive salary and benefits package.

• Flexible working arrangements including remote/hybrid options (role dependent).

• 5 weeks annual leave and an Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance scheme for all permanent employees.

• Find out more about our benefits here.

Ready to take the next step in your career Wed love to hear from you. Apply today and join our team who is going places.

Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply:

Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.