Senior Operations Analyst

• Showcase your analytical and reporting experience to deliver data-led insights
• Fixed term or interagency secondment opportunity through to mid-October 2026 parental leave cover
• Located in Wellington

Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity

As the lead regulator for land transport it is essential for us to provide a system that is safe efficient effective and operates in the public interest. Safety is a top priority for NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi and we as Te Rōpū Waeture (the Regulatory Services group) aim to improve safety and reduce the risk of harm by being a firm and fair real-world regulator.

Within this role you will be providing and delivering information analytical insights and strategic analytical advice. You will be skilled at interpreting data analysing information and reporting. It will be important for you to have exceptional relationship management skills and be able to navigate ambiguity with ease

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View the position description here.

We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $110000 - $133700 commensurate to skills and experience.

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

• Demonstrated experience working in reporting and analytical roles
• Experience in information reporting especially performance related reporting preferably in an area supporting other teams in making strategic management and operational decisions
• Experience with and exposure to Business Intelligence analytics including data collection and data visualisation tools
• Strong analytical and system thinking
• Skilled at report writing and interpreting data
• Strong ability to identify and interpret risk and use information to provide evidence for continuous improvement
• Knowledge and understanding of programme management and coordination processes disciplines and governance procedures
• An understanding of legislation and its impact on the work of a regulatory organisations e.g. the Privacy Act Official Information Act Coroners Act
• Proven ability in relationship management influencing and facilitation

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

To ensure the land transport system issafeand to:

Provideoversight of the effectiveness of regulatory interventions on outcomes.

Informrelevant and responsive regulation by regular monitoring and review.

Ensureeffective compliance monitoring and management processes of regulated parties to enable system access for people devices and networks by risk targeted and cost-effective regulatory management of the land transport system.

He aha te take e uru ai koe ki a mātou So why join us

Our people are proud to be part of creating a better New Zealand. Were searching for candidates who share our passion for people communities and the environmentand who are ready to contribute their unique skills to shape a better future.

At NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi youll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. We want you to feel like you belong here - valued respected and empowered to bring your whole self to work.

Our benefits are designed to support our people and provide a happy healthy and high-performing environment. We take a principle-based approach to flexibility that enables our people and their People Leaders to discuss and agree the arrangements that work best for the individual the team and the organisation. And whether its on-the-job experience signing up to a course coaching opportunities or secondments to other roles within NZTA you can build a varied and successful career with us and grow your potential.

Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply:

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

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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.