Senior Investment & Programme Advisor - Transport

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About the role

We’re looking for a strategic thinker and relationship builder to join our Transport team as a Senior Investment and Programme Advisor. This role is all about ensuring our transport projects are well planned, well funded, and deliver great outcomes for our community.

You’ll lead the development of business cases and funding applications, working closely with internal teams and external partners such as Waka Kotahi, KiwiRail, and other government agencies. You’ll be the go‑to person for ensuring our transport programme receives the investment it needs and delivers value for money.

What you’ll be doing

• Bringing a fresh perspective to partnership, funding stream, and programme delivery.
• Leading early‑stage transport projects and shaping them into strong business cases.
• Securing funding from internal and external sources.
• Representing the Transport team in discussions with other departments and agencies.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with funding bodies and stakeholders.
• Providing clear, professional advice to support decision‑making.
• Ensuring transport projects are included in key planning documents such as the LTP, NLTP and RLTP.

What you’ll need to succeed

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About Tauranga City Council

Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community‑focused team. We strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace, and we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours, work‑from‑home options, and career development opportunities.

How to apply

To be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, please click the “Apply” button at the bottom of this page and follow the link. For more information, contact Jamie Lunam at .

Applications will close Sunday 16th November .

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those living with disabilities. If you need any support or adjustments to take part in our recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at .

You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.

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