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Principal Advisor, Quality System
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi. Lead and evolve NZTA’s regulatory Quality Management System .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing Quality Management Systems, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to apply regulatory principles effectively. Proven capability in critical thinking, research, and collaboration across diverse teams to enhance regulatory performance.
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Quality Management System DesignStakeholder EngagementContinuous ImprovementCritical ThinkingRegulatory Compliance
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Hard Skills
Quality Framework DevelopmentData AnalysisRisk ManagementLegislation InterpretationAssurance Mechanisms
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsCollaborationInfluencingCoachingMentoring
Industry Keywords
Regulatory PracticeTe Ao MāoriTikangaTe Tiriti o WaitangiPublic Sector
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead and evolve NZTA’s regulatory Quality Management System
- Develop quality frameworks, standards and guidance supporting consistent regulatory practice
- Embed assurance, monitoring and feedback mechanisms for quality and continuous improvement
- Analyse quality data and assurance insights to identify risks, trends and improvement opportunities
- Provide evidence-based advice supporting informed decision-making and regulatory performance
- Partner across the business to integrate quality into processes, capability initiatives and digital solutions
- Build relationships across NZTA and the wider regulatory sector to promote regulatory excellence and best practice
- Lead development and continuous improvement of NZTA’s regulatory Quality Management System
- Translate strategy into practical solutions aligned with modern regulatory principles and organisational priorities
- Drive risk-based quality management, assurance, performance and continuous improvement across the regulatory system
Requirements
What you’ll need- Practical and proven experience in designing and implementing quality systems, with the ability to apply them pragmatically and proportionately in complex, real-world context
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate across technical and operational teams
- Demonstrated ability to influence and lead, including coaching and mentoring capability
- Well-developed critical thinking and research abilities
- Ability to interpret and apply legislation
- Commitment to continuous improvement, learning and development
- Knowledge of, or willingness to build understanding of Te Ao Māori, tikanga, and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in the public sector
- Legal right to live and work in New Zealand
- Cover letter and CV required for application
Benefits
Comp & perks- A supportive working environment
- Flexible working options
- A competitive salary package, aligned with your skills and experience
- 5 weeks annual leave and other great benefits