Chapter Lead Engineering

2 weeks ago


Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Transport Agency Full time

Management (Information & Communication Technology)Full time Location: Wellington or Auckland based Be a part of a high performing Chapter Lead Technical Stream model, establishing and leading within our Digital Group Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity As a Chapter Lead Engineering, you will lead a chapter within the Digital Group, reporting to our Chief Technology Officer.
This role combines servant leadership with deep technical knowledge and hands-on execution.
You will ensure chapter members are effectively deployed to agile delivery squads, building their skills in software and platform engineering.
You will navigate strategy, agile delivery, and problem-solving while fostering growth and collaboration across teams.
As a People Leader with 20 direct reports, you will attract talent in order to build a strong engineering team, as well as ensuring the chapter can scale quickly and cost-effectively by partnering with external suppliers.
You will champion Agile ways of working, continuous improvement practices, and build a Centre of Excellence to standardize ways of working across squads.
Keeping up with industry trends, you will build a culture of continuous learning within the chapter.
If you are excited about our new Chapter Lead Model, please express your interest by applying.
Ko koe tēnei | About you To be successful in this role, you will bring: Proven experience (ideally with a minimum of 5 years) as a Chapter Lead or similar engineering leadership role.
Strong understanding of agile practices and deep knowledge in software and platform engineering.
Strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills.
A servant leader mindset that empowers team members and fosters a positive environment.
Ability to build strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Understanding of the business context and strategic goals.
Qualifications: Tertiary level qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
Agile certifications are beneficial.
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 Te Aukaha | Digital strengthens Waka Kotahi through supporting our people and delivering future-focused 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.
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.
Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications.
We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.
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