Regional System Planner
On-siteHamilton, Waikato Region, New Zealand
Job Summary
Lead regional transport planning initiatives across Waikato and Bay of Plenty, acting as a key connector to align regional and national planning objectives with local government, partner agencies, iwi, and stakeholders. Develop shared long-term views of transport system needs, influence investment and policy decisions, and foster partnerships that support better community outcomes. Contribute to regional spatial planning, translate long-term vision into practical strategies, and demonstrate strong analytical thinking using evidence to support future-focused decision-making. This strategic role within NZTA's System Leadership group helps shape the transport system for Aotearoa, requiring a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
Required Qualifications
- Extensive experience in transport planning, strategic planning, or related disciplines
- Proven ability to lead complex initiatives and influence outcomes across multiple stakeholders
- Strong experience in land-use and transport integration, spatial planning, and collaborative planning environments
- A sound understanding of local government planning processes, including Regional Land Transport Plans (RLTPs), Long-Term Plans and spatial planning frameworks
- Demonstrated success developing future-focused strategies and translating long-term vision into practical outcomes
- Highly developed relationship management, engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to build credibility across diverse stakeholder groups
- Experience coaching and mentoring others and contributing to capability development within teams
- Strong analytical thinking and the ability to use evidence, insights and future-focused thinking to support decision-making
- A relevant tertiary qualification in planning, transport planning, geography, public policy or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori
- Knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in the public sector
- A legal right to live and work in New Zealand
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