Advisory Off Operational Capability

Advisory Officer Operational Capability!

• Based at PNHQ
• Band G
• Police Employee
• Permanent Full Time
• National Advertised Vacancy (NAV)
• Multiple Positions Avaliable
• JR 5844865

E tῡ ki te kei o te waka kia pakia koe e ngā ngaru o te wā.

Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face

Mō te tūnga About the role

The Operational Capability Groupoversees the procurement lifecycle management and sustainability of NZ police assets and equipment. The Operational Capability workgroup includes the following teams: Capability and Deployable Assets Equipment Management Group Custody and Public Order Policing and Capability Insights and Performance. We are looking to fill two positions:

The first role reports to the Capability workgroup in the tactical equipment and uniform team. It involves a focus on uniform in its current and future state in line with NZ safety standards. The second role reports to the Equipment Management Group and will involve coordinating and monitoring the supply and day to day logistics of uniform and equipment.

Specifically the advisory officers will be helping to plan for the future of NZ Polices frontline tactical equipment and uniform while ensuring our current capability remains fully supported through its useful life. Both roles will build relationships with police staff all over the country and be expected to work with them to find solutions to common problems whilst working collaboratively together with internal and external partners.

Key Accountabilities:

• Focuses on the current and future state of Police uniform and equipment
• Assists with subject matter expertise on the research development and quality assurance
• Identifies evidence-based opportunities for improvement of uniform and operational equipment
• Acts as a source of advice for specifications and technical information
• Coordinates supply maintenance and disposal activities between districts
• Responds to uniform and equipment issues and coordinates remediation
• Works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Provides advice on NZ safety standards
• Knows the legislation policy and guidelines relevant to the role and how to access them
• Able to take ownership of the role to be pro-active and to be a curious and pragmatic problem solver!

He aha taau e kawe mai What youll bring

Whilst we are looking for skills knowledge and experience relevant to the role we also place high importance on your state of mind the alignment of your values with ours your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams and the way that you lead yourself or others.

We are looking for people with experience in equipment and inventory management within the public sector environment and practical knowledge of integrated logistic support. Be conversant in digital equipment management and inventory tools with a analytical background and good communication skills who can demonstrate effective working relationships within teams. Previous experience and a working knowledge in tactical equipment (body armour or uniform for example) would be an advantage

Whakaritenga motuhake Special requirements

• This role is based in the Wellington area. Some travel may be required

This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level. You can refer to Indicators for Success for further information on the requirements

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tātou About us

New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals communities businesses and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the governments largest front-line response agency with around 15000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.

Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.

The work youll be engaged in is real tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded experienced leader with opportunities across the range of work we support.

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Applicant Information Pack (External)

Tono ināianei Apply now

If this position sounds like you click apply now and submit a tailored CV. You will be required to submit an application form. Before confirmation of hire pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made.

For further information on the application process please copy and paste this URL: applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Utu ā-tau Salary

This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $87306 and $91353 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.

If you are an internal applicant you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful in the next stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Friday 1st May 2026. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.

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