Senior Rail Safety Officer
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Senior Rail Safety Officer - Licensing & AssessmentsApply locations Wellington time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: April 14, 2025 (9 days left to apply) job requisition id JR-0000010445Join Us in Enhancing Rail Safety Across New Zealand
Regulatory auditing role in a safety critical environment
Based in Wellington with nationwide travel
Bring your regulatory and audit experience to monitor and assess rail licence holders and be part of a team that values safety, integrity, and innovation.
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We are seeking two Senior Rail Safety Officers to join our newly expanded team. This is an opportunity for you to play a vital role in rail safety at NZTA Waka Kotahi (NZTA) by monitoring and assessing rail participants, to ensure they meet regulatory and legal requirements.
This is a proactive role where you will work closely with your portfolio of rail licence holders to provide compliance support and advice, carry out risk-based assessments (audits) to monitor rail participants as well as exercising statutory powers when required.
We are looking for someone who has a strong background in regulation and/or rail and is passionate about safety. You will enjoy building effective working relationships with colleagues and regulated parties alike and be able to share your expertise to achieve positive safety outcomes.
This role requires regular travel throughout New Zealand.
View the position description here .
We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $108,324 -$144,134 commensurate to skills and experience.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Regulatory experience and knowledge in transport or related industry
Proven experience in assessment (audit) planning, delivery and reporting
Ability to interpret legislation and put it into practice
Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to build rapport easily
Investigative, risk assurance or lead audit experience
Experience and ability to manage and identify safety risks
Experience in the Rail industry is desirable for this role
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
As the lead regulator for land transport our purpose is to ensure that the system is safe, efficient, effective and operates in the public interest. Safety is a top priority for NZTA and we, as Te Rōpu Waeture (the Regulatory Services group), aim to improve safety and reduce the risk of harm by being a firm and fair real-world regulator applying principles of good practice grounded in Te Ao Maori - Whakapono (Integrity), Manaakitanga (Caring for people), Whanaungatanga (Relationships) and Kotahitanga (Unity). Being a real-world regulator means we take a system view that is focused on improving safety outcomes and reducing harm, we work to understand why people behave the way they do and are pragmatic in how we respond, we encourage and educate to support people to comply and enforce compliance when necessary.
The National Rail Safety Regulation team regulates the safety of New Zealand rail industry. We ensure the organisations and personnel involved in rail activity meet their safety duties and obligations and ensures system level risks are managed using education, engagement and regulatory enforcement.
Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return
We care about our people and invest in supporting our staff at NZTA. If you join us, you can expect:
A supportive working environment
Flexible working options
A competitive salary package, aligned with your skills and experience
5 weeks annual leave and other great benefits .
Ready to take the next step in your career? We'd love to hear from you.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:
Apply today by including a cover letter detailing why you are the ideal candidate for this role and attach along with your CV.
Rā Katinga | Applications close:
13 April 2025For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz
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.
Ko wai mātou | About us
At Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, 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. 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.
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