Compliance Officer

Full job description
Develop your regulatory career
On-going training and development opportunities
Christchurch based, great benefits
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We have an opening for a Compliance Officer to join our team. We are looking for someone who has a genuine interest in making a positive impact on the commercial transport sector and growing their regulatory capability. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn and further develop your skills within an existing team of experienced practitioners.

Working collaboratively across NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA), you will:

Help reduce risk and ensure compliance through monitoring and reviewing commercial transport operators
Meet with transport operators, gather information, write reports and analyse data to inform decisions
Take part in end-to-end monitoring and resolution of incidents, complaints and compliance assessments
Based in Christchurch, travel is a key part of this role, and you'll regularly be engaging with operators across the region. You must have a full driver license, with no driving convictions.

Your positive outlook and savvy interpersonal skills will be your greatest asset as you meet with and influence business owners, safety managers, truck drivers and others to improve safety outcomes.

You will find out more about the role here.

We are seeking to appoint at a salary between $78,810 to $96,323 commensurate to skills and experience.

Ko koe tenei | About you

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with some regulatory, compliance or enforcement exposure looking to take the next step in their career. To be successful in this role, you will bring:

An understanding of what it means to be a real-world regulator
Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
An agile and enquiring mind
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Sound analytical and problem solving skills
The ability to adapt your approach to different situations to get the best outcome
Confidence working and communicating in a practical commercial transport environment
You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Maori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Maori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.

Qualifications:

The New Zealand Certificate in Regulatory Compliance (Level 3 Core Knowledge) would be an advantage.

Ko wai matou | About us

The Safer Commercial Transport team is responsible for regulating commercial transport operators: from heavy vehicles to small passenger services. We do this by monitoring our sector through audits, reviews and investigations and working with industry to drive best practice. The team regulates transport operators that have been licensed to operate as a transport service.

Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return

We care about our people and invest in supporting our staff at NZTA. If you join us, you can expect:

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
Ready to take the next step in your career? We'd love to hear from you.



Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply:'

Apply today by including a cover letter detailing why you are the ideal candidate for this role and attach along with your CV.


Ra Katinga | Applications close: 19 August 2025


For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

NZTA| Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.