Manager System Interventions

Make a difference in changing road user behaviour through effective enforcement
- Opportunity to lead a team of regulatory experts
- Drive quality and continuous improvement of safety camera enforcement activities

**Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**

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 Waka Kotahi and Te Ropu Waeture - the Regulatory Services groups aim is to improve safety and reduce the risk of harm by being a firm and fair real-world regulator.

'The Manager, Safety Camera System Interventions role is part of the Safety Camera System, which is responsible for operating a network of safety cameras that encourages road users to abide by road rules (such as speed limits) and contribute towards a reduction in deaths and serious injuries on New Zealand roads. The delivery of the end-to-end Safety Camera System is spread across multiple leaders and business groups in NZTA, and effective oversight is required to ensure the staff and leaders working on Safety Camera System activities work effectively together to deliver the system's strategic objectives.

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**Ko koe'tenei | About you**

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Proven experience in a leadership role within a regulatory environment
- Experience using data and insights to lead and improve decision making, processes and delivery outcomes, preferably in a regulatory environment
- Analytical, critical, and strategic thinking in a complex environment
- Strong written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent relationship and stakeholder management skills with proven ability to influence and build credibility with people at all levels
- Knowledge of the transport sector, road safety, safety cameras and automated compliance and enforcement would be desirable
- Previous experience of local and/or central government is preferred

**Qualifications**:

- A relevant tertiary qualification, equivalent experience and/or professional certification/accreditation.

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 Waka Kotahi, the NZ Transport Agency, 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. The Transport Agency 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.

Waka Kotahi is the largest infrastructure delivery agent in New Zealand, our work touches the lives of all New Zealanders by planning, designing, delivering, managing and operating an integrated transport system along with our partners. We have some of the most capable and motivated people in the industry working to provide a transport system that enables New Zealanders to live, travel, work and connect.

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

**Me pehea te tuku tono - How to apply**:
Please note: This role will be responsible for making enforcement decisions, and there is an expectation that the successful applicant will have a clear traffic offence history. Please contact Becky Campbell at to arrange a confidential conversation should you wish to discuss further.

**Ra Katinga | Applications close**:2 February 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.