Digital Asset Specialist

_Develop and govern our ITAM function, leveraging ITAM best practice_
- _Lead forward planning and investment prioritisation for tech hardware assets_
- _Location either in Auckland or Wellington_

**Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity'**'

The Digital Asset Specialist is responsible for developing and governing the technology-wide IT Asset Management (ITAM) function and ensuring this aligns with the Agency's Enterprise Asset Management. This role ensures that Technology hardware assets are managed in a way that maximises value, reduces risk, and supports the Agency's strategic goals. Leveraging ITAM best practices, the Digital Asset Specialist designs and implements policies and frameworks, that enable proactive, data-driven asset lifecycle management.

You will find out more about the role here Position Description

Salary will be appointed between $109,408 - $121,564 of band unless otherwise agreed, commensurate to skills and experience.

**Ko koe tenei | About you**

The value you will bring

Proven experience in developing and managing ITAM strategies, frameworks, and policies, ideally aligned with ITIL 4
- Significant experience in hardware/telecommunications and asset management across complex, large enterprise Digital environments.
- Deep knowledge of hardware asset lifecycle processes including acquisition, deployment, maintenance, and disposal. Experience integrating ITAM with IT Service Management tools and Configuration Management Databases
- Proficiency in using data analytics tools to generate insights, forecast demand, and support strategic decisions
- Understanding of IT security standards and sustainability practices related to asset management
- Experience in hardware asset operational vendor management
- Knowledge and experience in the administration of hardware asset services
- Familiarity with tools such as ServiceNow, Snow Software, or other ITAM platforms.

**Qualifications**
- Technology qualification or equivalent experience
- A qualification or working knowledge of IT Service Management (e.g., ITIL)

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 service.

'**Mo matou |About Us**

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

**Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return**

This role sits in our Technology Operations Team and you will benefit from working with other technical experts as part of a highly collaborative team. We offer a comprehensive rewards package as below
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Flexible working arrangements, including [remote/hybrid options - role dependant].
- Along with our other'benefits'we also have 5 weeks annual leave and an Income Protection and Critical illness Insurance scheme available for all permanent employees.

**Me pehea te tuku tono**|** How to apply**:
**Ra Katinga | Applications close**:9 October 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.