Principal Advisor Safety Camera System

NZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiWorkFromHome, Canterbury, New Zealand

2 days ago

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Principal Advisor Safety Camera System role at NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi .

As Principal Advisor, you will provide robust strategic advice and analysis to the Safety Camera System Leadership, supporting the deployment and integration of safety cameras across New Zealand. Your work will directly contribute to reducing deaths and serious injuries on our roads, aligning with our Road Safety objectives.

Responsibilities

Play a critical role in shaping a new integrated, intelligence-led approach to the safety camera system
Ensure that mobile safety camera operations are delivering road safety outcomes in line with the government\'s Road Safety Objectives
Provide insights and advice on safety camera performance in achieving road safety outcomes
Work with internal and external partners to ensure a coordinated approach to planning and deployment; liaise with key stakeholders to monitor, evaluate, and report on system performance
Advocate for road safety outcomes by demonstrating how safety cameras drive behaviour change and take a systems view
Support NZTA’s safety camera initiatives by proactively influencing and building behaviour change in line with national Road Safety objectives

What you will get in return

A competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible working arrangements, including remote / hybrid options (role dependent)

5 weeks annual leave and an Income Protection and Critical Illness Insurance scheme for all permanent employees

Find out more about our benefits here

To be successful

What you will have

Proven ability to take a strategic approach and apply a systems view to resolve complex issues

Experience using research, analytics, and metrics to lead conversations and inform key decisions

Knowledge of evaluation and modelling techniques (including road safety principles) is advantageous

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex topics and influence a range of audiences

Excellent relationship management and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence and build credibility at all levels

Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in a matrix structure, building consensus and commitment to achieve outcomes

You will also have knowledge of, or willingness to gain an appreciation of, Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector

How to apply

Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

Rā Katinga | Applications close : 10 November 2025

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To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.

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