Compliance Officer

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

. Coordinate, undertake, and make decisions on audits and reviews of regulated parties in line with NZTA’s regulatory and risk frameworks .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeWellington • New ZealandMid-LevelSenior💰 NZ$80,388 - NZ$89,320 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting audits and reviews within regulatory frameworks, with strong analytical skills to assess compliance and identify risks. Proficient in effective communication and stakeholder engagement, while maintaining accurate documentation and records.

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Risk-Based Audit DeliveryCompliance AssessmentData Analysis and DocumentationEffective CommunicationRegulatory Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Audit CoordinationRisk AssessmentData AnalysisReport WritingLegislation InterpretationRecord KeepingCompliance MonitoringInformation EvaluationDecision MakingEvidence-Based Recommendations

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityStakeholder EngagementEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant Tertiary QualificationFull Driver License

Industry Keywords

NZTA Regulatory FrameworkTransport ComplianceTe Ao MāoriTikangaTe Reo MāoriTe Tiriti o WaitangiPublic Sector Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate, undertake, and make decisions on audits and reviews of regulated parties in line with NZTA’s regulatory and risk frameworks
Monitor and review commercial transport operators to reduce risk and ensure compliance
Collect, analyse, and evaluate information and data from multiple sources to identify non-compliance or emerging risk
Meet with transport operators and gather information
Write reports and analyse data to inform decisions
Prepare clear, accurate, evidence-based assessments, findings, and recommendations
Identify complex, sensitive, or significant-risk matters and escalate them to the Senior Compliance Officer with context and options
Maintain accurate records in accordance with legislative, privacy, and information management requirements
Regularly engage with transport operators across the regions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience delivering audits and reviews using a risk-based approach to assess compliance and identify opportunities for improvement
Ability to interpret and apply legislation, policies, and regulatory requirements in a practical and consistent manner
Strong risk assessment skills, with the ability to identify compliance issues and recommend appropriate actions
Proven experience gathering, analysing, and documenting information to support audits, reviews, and investigations
High attention to detail, with strong analytical, documentation, and record-keeping capabilities
Ability to communicate effectively across different internal and external stakeholders and contribute within a team environment
Ability to adapt approach to different situations to get the best outcome
Knowledge of, or willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori
Knowledge of, or willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi as it applies in the public sector
Relevant tertiary qualification or some experience in a regulatory environment would be beneficial
Full driver license with no driving convictions
Legal right to live and work in New Zealand

Benefits

Comp & perks

On-going training and development opportunities
Supportive working environment
Flexible working options
Competitive salary package aligned with skills and experience
5 weeks annual leave
Other great benefits