Senior Adviser People & Capability And Senior Adviser Capability

Position Titles : Two vacancies; Senior Adviser – People & Capability AND Senior Adviser - Capability

Team and Group : People & Capability, Corporate Services

Position Type : Permanent, Full Time

Location : Wellington CBD office

About the opportunity | Nga whakamarama mo te tunga

The People & Capability (P&C) Team provides strategic and operational guidance, advice and support on all aspects of P&C for the Ministry.

We have recently completed a review of our Corporate Services group and as a result reviewed the structure and operating model in the P&C team.

This has resulted in an additional role to our team – Senior Adviser – People & Capability.

We are currently looking to fill two vacancies :

Senior Adviser – People & CapabilityIn this newly created role as the Senior Adviser you will provide senior level advisory advice and support.

This is a generalist position where you will foster a positive work environment through effective employee and industrial relations, organisational development, and enhancing the skills and capabilities of our workforce, including less senior positions within the P&C Team.

Key responsibilities include :

• Providing timely, accurate, best practice services, advice and support to managers across a broad range of people matters including employment relations, performance management, workforce planning, recruitment, induction, remuneration, recognition and reward, development, and change management
• Interpreting and providing advice on policies, and terms and conditions of employment.
• Developing and improving HR policies, procedures and processes
• Supporting managers to establish effective approaches to engaging employees and workforce representative groups on matters affecting their work and working environment
• Allocating and overseeing work, coaching, mentoring, and supporting the People & Capability Advisors / Co-ordinator to develop their capability and ensure that the needs of managers are met and that the services and support provided are delivered to the highest standards.

You will bring :

Senior Adviser – CapabilityIn this role you will provide senior level advisory capability to the Ministry and deliver and implement our workforce strategy.

Key responsibilities include :

You will bring :

Salary range | Whanuitanga Utu a-Tau

The salary range for both roles is 109,208 - $140,000 per annum + KiwiSaver.

The salary offered will reflect the skills and experience you bring and the Ministry's salary relativities.

What we offer | Te wahi ki a matou

You'll be joining a small and agile agency with strong values.

We maintain a flat structure and strive towards being a high-performing Ministry motivated to achieve success.

You'll receive a range of employee benefits including but not limited to additional Ministry leave days, health and wellbeing benefits including wellness days and an annual wellbeing payment, and a welcoming range of employee networks.

You'll enjoy working collaboratively across the wider ministry and transport sector and, relish the chance to take the helm to drive success and make your own mark.

Join us and be a part of our passionate ministry, shaping the future of transport in New Zealand.

About the Ministry of Transport | He kupu mo matou Te Manatu Waka

The Ministry of Transport is an impartial, expert and trusted adviser to government, shaping transport for New Zealand.

We work to deliver a well-functioning transport system that helps grow New Zealand's economy and productivity.

The Ministry's values are integrity, excellence, and collaboration.

How to apply | Me pehea te tono mai

To view the job descriptions, or apply online, click Apply.

Please include a CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience.

You must have right to live and work in New Zealand and be based in Wellington or, be ready to relocate.

Other locations will not be considered.

Applications for both roles close 5pm Wednesday 19 November

Interviews for both roles will be held during the week of 24 November

For further information or to speak confidentially, please contact Senior Adviser - Talent, Rebecca Bakker at

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, orientations, and identities.

We aim to have a Ministry that represents the wider Aotearoa that we serve.

We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels relevant, valued, supported and a sense of belonging.

For any support or accessibility needs during our recruitment process, please contact us at

Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies to fill this vacancy and unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.