Senior Regulatory Specialist Assurance & Monitoring
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand · Full Time
Be the first to apply
- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- NZD 110,098 – NZD 138,028 / year
- Openings
- 2
- Posted
- 4 घंटे पहले
- Work mode
- In office
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Sign in to tell us what does and doesn't work for you here — it sharpens every match we show you.
Job description
About the Role
Join the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) as a Senior Regulatory Specialist, focusing on enhancing New Zealand's building regulatory system. This role involves monitoring, reviewing, and driving improvements within Territorial Authorities (TAs) and Building Consent Authorities (BCAs) to ensure compliance and elevate overall system performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and participate in technical performance assessments of TAs and BCAs nationwide.
- Analyze and report on the effectiveness of the building regulatory system.
- Provide expert consultation on matters related to building control.
- Develop actionable insights and recommend improvements to regulatory outcomes.
- Collaborate directly with councils, offering education, guidance, and support to foster compliance.
- Mentor and guide team members to enhance organizational capabilities.
- Work closely with various governmental and sector stakeholders to promote collaborative improvements.
- Contribute actively to MBIE's wider regulatory stewardship initiatives.
Required Skills and Experience
- Strong understanding of the Building Act and associated regulatory frameworks.
- Experience operating within regulatory environments and managing complex processes.
- Proven ability to navigate stakeholder relationships and manage complexity.
- Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
- Experience in project management including conducting reviews.
- Outstanding written communication and report preparation capabilities.
- Ability to coach and support colleagues effectively.
- Comfortable working independently within a dispersed or virtual team setting.
- Proactive attitude with strengths in risk identification and problem-solving.
- Legal entitlement to live and work in New Zealand is essential.
Additional Information
- This is a fixed-term or secondment opportunity for two years, based in Wellington or Christchurch.
- The salary band ranges from $110,098 to $138,028, supplemented with KiwiSaver and wellness benefits.
- MBIE values collaboration, boldness, future-focus, and integrity, aligning with Māori principles and committed to Treaty of Waitangi partnerships.
- Applications require submission of a CV and cover letter, with any queries directed to the listed MBIE contact email.
- Application deadline is Monday, 24 August 2026.
Level
Senior