Change and Release Environments Manager

2 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Lead and manage the change, release and environment function

  • Use your strong problemsolving skills and excel in this role
  • Wellington or Auckland or Palmerston North based


Manage the digital change and release function to meet business needsTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity The purpose of this role is to manage the digital change, release & environments function to meet business needs.

You will ensure there is a proper structure in place to support visibility, communication, and conflict resolution efficiently to support project progress.

Collaboration is key to this role as you will be working with a variety of stakeholders both internally and externally.

Internally, this includes product, engineering, operation and project teams through to leaders across the organisation. Externally, you'll interact with Vendors, Agency partners and other government entities. You will work together to find the best release approach and plan suitable timing for system releases. You will also ensure effective and issue-free handover of newly deployed software to digital operations. We are looking for a strong and confident communicator with exceptional problem-solving and risk mitigation skills.

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

  • Experience in ITIL service management related roles.
  • Experience using ServiceNow or other ITSM tools
  • Experience in modern project management methodologies, exposure to Agile change and release practices an advantage.
  • Experience managing day to day tasks, coordinating across teams to meet deliverables
  • Advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle
  • Demonstrated effective leadership and analytical skills
  • ITIL foundation certification desirable or equivalent


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 NZTA | Waka Kotahi, it all starts with our people.

The organisation's performance and success depends on the people who choose to make this a great place to work and make a difference for Aotearoa.

NZTA | Waka Kotahi has a strong future focus, understanding that new technologies and changing customer expectations mean the transport system we know today will not be the one we deliver in ten years' time.

Te Aukaha | Digital strengthens Waka Kotahi through supporting our people and delivering future-focussed solutions. We enable digital change and provide quality data, information and security services.

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

View the Position Description here.

Rā Katinga | Applications close:
16 May 2024

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

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