NTRO - NZ Leader

1 week ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand NTRO - National Transport Research Organisation Full time NZ$120,000 - NZ$180,000 per year

About The Role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic
NZ Leader
to oversee and drive innovation and operational excellence across our transportation portfolio — spanning road, rail, ports, and airport operations. This is a pivotal leadership position responsible for ensuring seamless service delivery, operational efficiency, and safety across the national NZ network.

The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and a proven ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams within complex transport environments.

This is a full-time role, based in Wellington.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage day-to-day operations across New Zealand's multimodal transport network.
  • Drive operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives across road, rail, ports, and airports.
  • Oversee workforce planning, safety performance, compliance, and service delivery.
  • Collaborate with regional, national, and international stakeholders, including government agencies, transport authorities, and commercial partners.
  • Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with organisational goals and regulatory frameworks.
  • Champion a strong safety and sustainability culture across all modes of transport.
  • Manage budgets, resources, and reporting requirements to ensure efficiency and accountability.
  • Support innovation in transport operations through digital tools, smart infrastructure, and data-driven decision making.

About You:
You are an accomplished innovation and operational leader who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments. You have a deep understanding of New Zealand's transport ecosystem and the ability to deliver results through collaboration, innovation, and decisive leadership.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

  • 10+ years' experience in transportation, logistics, or infrastructure operations.
  • Demonstrated leadership of geographically dispersed teams.
  • Proven experience managing multi-modal transport systems (road, rail, ports, and airports).
  • Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
  • Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and change management skills.
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in engineering, transport, business, or a related field.
  • Extensive network of business and government clients

Desirable:

  • Experience working with NZTA, KiwiRail, Local Governments, port authorities, or airport owners and operators.
  • Exposure to smart transport systems or sustainability initiatives in infrastructure.
  • Track record of business success and innovation driven decision making

What we offer:
Skills
An exciting, dynamic and collaborative workplace with challenging roles, where your skills, knowledge and experience will be recognised and respected, including:

  • A senior leadership role shaping the future of New Zealand's transport network.
  • Competitive remuneration and performance incentives.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
  • A collaborative culture committed to innovation, safety, and sustainability.

To be considered:

  • Applicants must be residing New Zealand Citizens / Permanent Resident of NZ or the ability to gain these requirements to work in NZ for the long term.
  • Please ensure you attached your CV, Cover Letter and answer the screening questions provided.
  • If you meet several of the role requirements, but not all, we encourage you to submit your application, nonetheless. NTRO actively seeks to include and value the unique talents, perspectives, experiences, and contributions of all applicants.

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