Senior Policy Adviser - Environment

Position Title : Senior Policy Adviser

Team and Group : Environment, Policy

Position Type : Permanent, Full Time (38 hours per week)

Location : Wellington CBD office

Salary : $109,208 – $145,055 per annum + KiwiSaver

• Permanent opportunity in a dynamic and responsive agency
• Wellington CBD based
• Varied and interesting work | Full Time, Permanent opportunity

About the opportunity | Nga whakamarama mo te tunga

The Environment team is responsible for climate change policy and urban development policy.

The team's work includes : implementation of the Second Emissions Reduction Plan; land transport, aviation and maritime decarbonisation work programmes; and resource management reform.

We are looking for a high performing candidate to join our Wellington office as a Senior Adviser working on policy issues in the Environment team.

You will be responsible for working with your team manager and principal advisers to lead and shape a variety of key projects, including for transport decarbonisation and resource management reform.

You will also be responsible for supporting more junior advisers.

Based on the work or support that may be required, this position is Wellington based only.

What you'll bring | Te wahi ki a koe

Uses a range of oral, written and visual mediums to communicate effectively to diverse audiences and situations

This is an excellent opportunity to draw on your previous relevant experiences and contribute to making positive improvements that will have a positive impact on the wider Ministry and our mahi across Aotearoa.

Previous central government experience from within a similar environment.

Salary range | Whanuitanga Utu a-Tau

The base salary range budget for this position is $109,208 – $145,055 (mid-point $120,818) per annum + KiwiSaver.

The salary offered will reflect skills and experience.

What we offer | Te wahi ki a matou

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 description, or apply online, click Apply.

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

To apply for this role, you must have right to live and work in New Zealand.

You will need to be based in Wellington or ready to relocate.

Other locations will not be considered.

Applications close midnight, Sunday 26 October

For further information or to speak confidentially, please contact the Manager Environment, Nick Paterson 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.