Senior Data Governance Specialist

OverviewTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityThis role sits within AT's Data & AI Governance team, driving impact across Public Transport, Operate PT, and Customer domains.

You'll embed AT's Data Governance Framework into daily operations—making data easier to find, share, trust, and use, whether for timetables, customer apps, or service planning.

Responsibilities

Lead initiatives in Data Sharing, Quality, and Stewardship uplift, using tools like Informatica IDMC and MDM.

Work with business teams, analysts, and tech partners to turn governance into enablement—helping AT use data with confidence, creativity, and care.

Champion trusted, high-quality data to support smarter decisions and smoother journeys across Auckland.

Enable connected communities by embedding data governance into everyday operations at AT.

What you'll enable

Smarter journeys through better data quality and stewardship in PT and Customer systems

Faster insights by making data easier to find, understand, and share

Stronger trust in AT's data through governance that's practical, visible, and embedded

Collaborative culture where governance is a shared responsibility, not a barrier

What you'll bring

Experience in data governance or a related field; tertiary qualification in data, analytics, or information systems—or equivalent experience as a data steward or custodian

Strong business process and data analysis skills; solid understanding of data lakes, warehouses, databases, and middleware

Confident communicator and negotiator with well-developed interpersonal and relationship management skills

Ability to interpret technical documentation and understand strategic context; collaborative and outcome-driven in large enterprise environments

About AT

We embrace inclusion and support a diverse workplace where people feel safe, respected, valued and supported.

Our values are Manaakitanga, Tiakitanga, Whanaungatanga, and Auahatanga.

We offer flexible working, professional development, and a range of benefits.

25% discount on public transport services across Auckland

Investment in your professional development and training

Opportunity for greater leadership and accountability

Modern CBD (Wynyard Quarter) waterfront-based office

Paid parental and partner leave

Study assistance

Health and wellbeing benefits

Professional memberships

AT Connect groups such as Mana ka Maori, , and more

Role details

Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Information Technology

Industry : Government Administration

Application information

Applications close 12 October 2025.

For further information or a confidential chat, please contact Rennie Sharma at

Ka tiaki matou i te hunga katoa ka eke waka i Tamaki Makaurau.

We tiaki all those who use transport in Tamaki Makaurau.

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