Chapter Lead Infrastructure Engineering

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA)

Wellington, New Zealand
Base: $156,458 to $185,000; bonus/equity: not spec...
Hybrid
Leading technical teams or chapters
Agile frameworks (scrum, kanban, lean)
Infrastructure engineering disciplines
The NZ Transport Agency (Waka Kotahi) is seeking a Chapter Lead for Infrastructure Engineering to establish and lead a technical chapter within their Digital Group. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical leadership and agile experience, with a focus on fostering team growth and delivering high-quality digital outcomes

Job Summary

  • Establish, grow and lead a dynamic technical chapter within our Digital Group.
  • This role blends servant leadership, technical authority, and strategic thinking.
  • We offer a comprehensive rewards package including: Competitive salary and benefits package.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The NZ Transport Agency (Waka Kotahi) is seeking a Chapter Lead for Infrastructure Engineering to establish and lead a technical chapter within their Digital Group. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical leadership and agile experience, with a focus on fostering team growth and delivering high-quality digital outcomes.

Salary

Base: $156,458 to $185,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working, 5 weeks annual leave, Life, Income Protection and Critical Illness insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • leading technical teams or chapters
  • agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, Lean)
  • infrastructure engineering disciplines
  • servant leadership values
  • strategic influence

Nice-to-have

  • deepen knowledge of Te Ao Māori
  • foster continuous learning
  • partner with external suppliers

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience leading technical teams
  • Strong understanding of agile frameworks
  • Proven ability to inspire, mentor and grow engineering talent
  • Experience partnering strategically with external suppliers
  • Legal right to live and work in New Zealand

Work Rights

Legal right to live and work in New Zealand

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