Contracts Officer

Wellington - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: $ 85100 - 95000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Further develop your career in contract management
Flexible working options
Work as part of a supportive team
Be part of a land transport system that truly connects people products and places for a thriving Aotearoa.
Permanent role based in Palmerston North or Wellington

Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity

As one of our Contracts Officers you will ensure our contracted agents and suppliers provide high quality products and services by maintaining effective relationships and by monitoring and managing contract compliance and performance.

You will oversee the contract lifecycle for a portfolio of contracts including the provision of high-quality advice and preparation and evaluation of procurement process.

We are looking to offer a salary between $85100 and $95000 depending on skills and experience.

View the position description here.

Ko koe tēnei About you
To be successful in this role you will bring:

Understanding of the structure and management of contracts

Ability to influence contract negotiation and in the development of ideas to support projects and work programmes.

Knowledge of financial processes

Outstanding communication skills

Excellent relationship management with both internal and external stakeholders.

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 sector.

Ko wai mātou About us

At NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi it all starts with our people. The organisations performance and success depend on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for Aotearoa. Waka Kotahi has a strong future focus understanding that newtechnologies and changing customer expectations mean the transport system we know today will not be the one we deliver in ten years time.

Along with our other benefits we also have new Waka Kotahi Life Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance scheme available for permanent employees.

Rā Katinga Applications close:

27 November 2025

For further information email:

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

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.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Further develop your career in contract managementFlexible working optionsWork as part of a supportive teamBe part of a land transport system that truly connects people products and places for a thriving Aotearoa.Permanent role based in Palmerston North or WellingtonTe Whiwhinga mahi The opportunit...

Further develop your career in contract management
Flexible working options
Work as part of a supportive team
Be part of a land transport system that truly connects people products and places for a thriving Aotearoa.
Permanent role based in Palmerston North or Wellington