Asset Manager
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
Gisborne, New Zealand · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- NZD 93,000 – NZD 113,000 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 часа назад
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Asset Management, or equivalent experience
- Eligibility
- Applicants must possess legal authorization to live and work in New Zealand.
- Resume
- Required to apply
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Job description
Role Overview
Join the NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi as an Asset Manager based in Gisborne, Te Tairāwhiti, working full-time to optimize New Zealand’s state highway assets through technical and data-driven approaches. This permanent position involves managing the development and oversight of operational asset maintenance and renewal programs across the state highway corridor, ensuring efficient network performance and value for money.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply your technical knowledge to enhance the management and maintenance of state highway assets.
- Analyze and interpret complex data sets to devise practical, evidence-based maintenance strategies.
- Cooperate closely with specialists and contractors to maintain safe and reliable transport networks.
- Manage traffic counting contracts and validate field conditions to support asset performance monitoring.
Candidate Profile
- Experienced in using asset management systems and principles within the transport infrastructure sector.
- Adept at translating complicated technical data into actionable maintenance programs.
- Familiar with pavement engineering concepts and highway surface condition data.
- Skilled in conducting field validations, network inspections, and evaluating asset conditions.
- Strong analytical abilities coupled with excellent communication skills.
- Holds a tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Asset Management, or a related field, or possesses equivalent experience.
About the Organisation
At Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, the focus is on delivering sustainable and effective transport solutions for New Zealanders now and into the future. The Maintenance and Operations team plays a vital role in keeping the transport system safe, reliable, and efficient, fostering collaboration, courage, and wellbeing among its workforce.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary package ranging from NZD 93000 to NZD 113000 annually, adjusted based on skills and experience.
- Flexible working arrangements subject to role requirements.
- Five weeks of annual leave entitlement.
- Comprehensive Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance available to all permanent staff.
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful impact for New Zealanders.
Additional Information
Applicants must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand. Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, providing a supportive recruitment process for candidates with access needs. Applications close on 24 August 2026. Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may begin immediately and the job posting may be withdrawn at any time.
For enquiries, please email: careers@nzta.govt.nz
Minimum education
Bachelor's Degree