Senior Statistical Analyst

Join the New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi and help shape the future of land transport in Aotearoa.

We're looking for a senior statistical analyst to turn rich data into actionable insights that improve safety, accessibility, environmental outcomes, and value for money across the transport system.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We're seeking a senior statistical analyst with strong coding skills and a passion for data.

In this role, you'll work with large, complex datasets to uncover insights that support smarter decision-making across Waka Kotahi and the wider transport sector.

You'll Collaborate With Colleagues Across The Organisation To

Access, extract, validate, merge and analyse diverse datasets

Develop clear, high-quality insights and visualisations

Provide analytical advice that informs policy, investment and operational decisions

Tell compelling stories with data that help stakeholders understand challenges and opportunities

Contribute to a transport system that connects people and places for a thriving Aotearoa

You'll Bring

Proven experience working with large and complex datasets including relational databases

Strong SQL skills (essential), with R and Power BI experience highly desirable

Familiarity with official statistics and their communication or interpretation

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate data into clear, engaging narratives / visualisations

Understanding of the Official Information and Privacy Acts (preferred)

Salary

We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $109,408 and $121,564 commensurate with skills and experience.

Application Deadline

Ra Katinga | Applications close : 20 November

Contact

For further information, email :

Legal and EEO Statements

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