Contracts Officer

3 days ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Further develop your career in contract management
- Flexible working options'
- Work as part of a supportive team
- Be part of a land transport system that truly connects people, products, and places for a thriving Aotearoa.
- Permanent role, based in Palmerston North or Wellington

**Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity'**

As one of our Contracts Officers, you will ensure our contracted agents and suppliers provide high quality products and services, by maintaining effective relationships and by monitoring and managing contract compliance and performance.

You will oversee the contract lifecycle for a portfolio of contracts, including the provision of high-quality advice, and preparation and evaluation of procurement process.

We are looking to offer a salary between $85,100 and $95,000 depending on skills and experience.

View the position description here.

**Ko koe tenei | About you'**
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Understanding of the structure and management of contracts
- Ability to influence contract negotiation and in the development of ideas to support projects and work programmes.
- Knowledge of financial processes
- Outstanding communication skills
- Excellent relationship management with both internal and external stakeholders.

You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Maori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Maori. 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 matou | About us**

At NZ Transport Agency | Waka Kotahi, it all starts with our people. The organisation's performance and success depend 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.''

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

**Ra Katinga | Applications close**:11:00 pm,27 November 2025.

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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