Job Description
Lead and define the architecture and data landscape that underpins airport systems, performance and growth
Play a key role in how we design, integrate and evolve our technology environment - with real influence on long-term direction
Work in a unique, purpose-driven environment at Christchurch Airport - where complexity, scale, and real-world impact make the work genuinely meaningful
Christchurch Airport is entering an exciting new phase for Digital and Technology, strengthening our core capabilities while accelerating our digital future. We’re recruiting key leadership roles to help drive this next stage, including the Architecture and Data Manager. This is a pivotal role in shaping how our technology, data and platforms come together to support operational resilience, smarter decision-making, and future growth
What You’ll Do
Define and evolve the organisation’s architecture and technology direction, ensuring alignment between strategy, systems, data and security
Establish and embed architecture standards, principles and governance to guide consistent, high-quality technology decisions
Shape and drive our data strategy and work programme, enabling better use of data for operational and analytical outcomes
Provide leadership across cyber security and information protection, ensuring risks are managed and controls are embedded by design
Provide clear advice to leadership on technology direction, risks and opportunities across the business
Who You Are
An architecture leader, with depth across enterprise, solution and data domains
Able to think strategically while staying pragmatic - balancing long-term direction with real-world delivery constraints
A systems thinker who can see the big picture, connect across domains and simplify complexity
Collaborative and relationship-driven, working effectively across teams, vendors and stakeholders
Naturally curious and forward thinking, with a drive to improve how technology and data are used across the organisation
What You Bring
Experience in architecture, data, or related technology roles, including leadership of technical teams
Strong experience across enteprise architecture, solution design, data platforms, and/or cyber security domains
Proven ability to establish architecture standards, governance frameworks, and guide technology decision-making
Experience translating business needs into scalable, secure and integrated technology and data solutions
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability, with the ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity
Why Join Us? At Christchurch Airport, you’ll join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. We offer a unique and dynamic environment where your work makes a real impact on the future of aviation in New Zealand. Enjoy benefits such as free medical insurance, wellbeing programmes, professional development opportunities, and staff discounts.
If this role has piqued your interest, apply now! Applications close Monday 27 April.
Play a key role in how we design, integrate and evolve our technology environment - with real influence on long-term direction
Work in a unique, purpose-driven environment at Christchurch Airport - where complexity, scale, and real-world impact make the work genuinely meaningful
Christchurch Airport is entering an exciting new phase for Digital and Technology, strengthening our core capabilities while accelerating our digital future. We’re recruiting key leadership roles to help drive this next stage, including the Architecture and Data Manager. This is a pivotal role in shaping how our technology, data and platforms come together to support operational resilience, smarter decision-making, and future growth
What You’ll Do
Define and evolve the organisation’s architecture and technology direction, ensuring alignment between strategy, systems, data and security
Establish and embed architecture standards, principles and governance to guide consistent, high-quality technology decisions
Shape and drive our data strategy and work programme, enabling better use of data for operational and analytical outcomes
Provide leadership across cyber security and information protection, ensuring risks are managed and controls are embedded by design
Provide clear advice to leadership on technology direction, risks and opportunities across the business
Who You Are
An architecture leader, with depth across enterprise, solution and data domains
Able to think strategically while staying pragmatic - balancing long-term direction with real-world delivery constraints
A systems thinker who can see the big picture, connect across domains and simplify complexity
Collaborative and relationship-driven, working effectively across teams, vendors and stakeholders
Naturally curious and forward thinking, with a drive to improve how technology and data are used across the organisation
What You Bring
Experience in architecture, data, or related technology roles, including leadership of technical teams
Strong experience across enteprise architecture, solution design, data platforms, and/or cyber security domains
Proven ability to establish architecture standards, governance frameworks, and guide technology decision-making
Experience translating business needs into scalable, secure and integrated technology and data solutions
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability, with the ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity
Why Join Us? At Christchurch Airport, you’ll join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. We offer a unique and dynamic environment where your work makes a real impact on the future of aviation in New Zealand. Enjoy benefits such as free medical insurance, wellbeing programmes, professional development opportunities, and staff discounts.
If this role has piqued your interest, apply now! Applications close Monday 27 April.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Architecture and Data Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Architect / Interior Designer Jobs sector. This role in Christchurch offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Architect / Interior Designer Jobs is a plus.
