Strategic Transport & Assets Manager

Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato (Waikato District Council) serves the Waikato District which covers more than 400,000 hectares (418.893ha). It borders Hamilton City from the north, east and west. There are 2,422 kilometres of roads which you can travel throughout the district.

Our Head office in Ngaaruawaahia is an open plan hot desking environment, it includes a collab space as well as unique areas to work or meet with colleagues, Waikato River walks and the chance to hit the Hakarimatas on your lunch break. We also have an onsite cafeteria, free parking, work-life balance and flexible working.

At Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato you will find a welcoming and inclusive workplace that supports, challenges and encourages you to stay continually ahead of the game.

About this role :

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team? We are seeking aStrategic Transport & Assets Manager to join our Transport team and lead a team of Roading Asset Engineers & Strategic Transport Planners.

What I do?

• You will be accountable for the successful planning scoping of the forward work programme
• You will have oversight of Business case development for long term projects along with key stakeholders (NZTA, Regional Councils group, RATA)
• You will build relationships and work with Waka Kotahi to support wider state highway and regional projects and represent Council in these forums.
• You will be accountable for successful planning and handover of both short- and long-term Growth as well as safety, resilience, efficiency projects to Capital Manager for delivery.
• You will ensure effective procurement and contract management of all contractual engagements, including ensuring outcomes, value for money, relationship and organisational risks are managed effectively.
• And much more!

What I bring?

Why join our team?

We are an equal opportunityemployer,and we value diversity. We welcome applicants who are keen on rolling up their sleeves and helping to bring this to life.We ensure all parts of our recruitment and employment processes are carried out without discrimination.Our applicants do need to have existingrights to work inAotearoa / New Zealand.

Additional Information

Hours of work : 40 Hours per week

We have a strong safety culture and as part of this our preferred candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment screening which includes alcohol and drug testing.

Submit your application today!

Application Closing Date : Sunday, 23 rd November 2025 at 11 : 55pm.

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