Strategic Transport & Assets Manager
Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato (Waikato District Council) serves the Waikato District which covers more than 400,000 hectares (418.893ha). It borders Hamilton City from the north, east and west. There are 2,422 kilometres of roads which you can travel throughout the district.
Our Head office in Ngaaruawaahia is an open plan hot desking environment, it includes a collab space as well as unique areas to work or meet with colleagues, Waikato River walks and the chance to hit the Hakarimatas on your lunch break. We also have an onsite cafeteria, free parking, work-life balance and flexible working.
At Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato you will find a welcoming and inclusive workplace that supports, challenges and encourages you to stay continually ahead of the game.
About this role:
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team? We are seeking a Strategic Transport & Assets Manager to join our Transport team and lead a team of Roading Asset Engineers & Strategic Transport Planners.
What I do?- You will be accountable for the successful planning scoping of the forward work programme
- You will have oversight of Business case development for long term projects along with key stakeholders (NZTA, Regional Councils group, RATA)
- You will build relationships and work with Waka Kotahi to support wider state highway and regional projects and represent Council in these forums.
- You will be accountable for successful planning and handover of both short- and long-term Growth as well as safety, resilience, efficiency projects to Capital Manager for delivery.
- You will ensure effective procurement and contract management of all contractual engagements, including ensuring outcomes, value for money, relationship and organisational risks are managed effectively.
- And much more!
- You will have at least 5-10 years of experience in the Strategic Asset Management of Transport sector.
- A good knowledge of asset management and strategic planning of road construction and engineering principles.
- A good understanding of local government
- A coaching and empowering approach to people leadership
- A commitment to Zero Harm and keeping yourself and others in the workplace safe.
- An understanding of, or the desire to learn about, te ao Maaori and tikanga.
Why join our team?
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We welcome applicants who are keen on rolling up their sleeves and helping to bring this to life. We ensure all parts of our recruitment and employment processes are carried out without discrimination.Our applicants do need to have existing rights to work in Aotearoa/New Zealand.
Additional Information
Location: NgaaruawaahiaHours of work: 40 Hours per week
We have a strong safety culture and as part of this our preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment screening which includes alcohol and drug testing.
Submit your application today!
To apply for this job, please go online to www.joinourteam.co.nz and enter the job code: 37500TM.
Application Closing Date: Sunday, 23rd November 2025 at 11:55pm.