Job Description
As EROAD accelerates globally, data and AI are no longer support functions they’re foundational to how our products operate and how customers trust us. As we scale and lean deeper into Insights and AI, we’re investing in governance that’s embedded, practical, and engineered into our delivery not bolted on.
We’re looking for a Data Governance Specialist who wants to shape how governance truly works in a modern data and AI environment.
This is a hands‑on role. You’ll build the governance capability, run it day‑to‑day, and embed it directly into how teams design, build, and ship.
About the role
Own Data & AI Governance (for real)
Lead EROAD’s governance capability across cataloguing, lineage, classification, and data quality tooling
Embed governance controls into data pipelines, analytics workflows, and AI use cases—not just write policies
Maintain audit‑ready visibility: access, schema changes, lineage, and quality
Shape the framework—and make it stick
Evolve EROAD’s Data & AI Governance Framework and drive adoption across teams
Define pragmatic controls for AI training data, feature stores, and model outputs
Ensure compliance and privacy alignment without slowing delivery
Be the connector
Partner with Data Engineering, Product, Security, Legal, Privacy, and Compliance
Run governance forums that enable and protect the business
Translate decisions into clear, practical controls teams can actually implement
Make data trustworthy
Own governance and quality metrics and show progress
Ensure end‑to‑end lineage from source systems to analytics and AI outputs
Identify gaps in classification, masking, quality, and change management
Lift the organisation
Deliver training on data and AI governance
Coach teams and foster a culture where governance enables innovation—not blocks it
Help build a fun, curious, and forward‑thinking data community
Skills & experience
You don’t need to tick every box, but you’ll recognise yourself in most of these:
4+ years in data governance, data management, data risk, or similar roles
Experience with governance tooling (catalogue, lineage, classification, data quality)
Strong understanding of modern data platforms (warehouses, lakes, streaming)
Solid SQL skills and comfort navigating schemas and pipelines
Experience in regulated or controlled data environments
Exposure to AI or advanced analytics governance (or a strong interest to grow)
Confident influencing across teams without formal authority
Why you’ll love working at EROAD
EROAD is a real Kiwi success story. Publicly listed on the NZX and ASX, we continue to grow across New Zealand, Australia, Philippines and the USA. Our purpose is simple: make roads safer and more sustainable. Our platform and in‑vehicle technology help fleets operate safely and minimise environmental impact.
We value diversity—we’re a multicultural team from all over the world. And we invest in our people through leadership development, fully paid medical insurance, unlimited sick leave, recognition programmes, EAP support, and more. We’re a tight‑knit, fun, collaborative team that genuinely cares. Our Albany office offers free parking, easy access to public transport, and flexible working.
At EROAD, your work will have impact. You’ll help shape how data and AI are governed as we continue to scale. We’re growing fast, and we’d love for you to grow with us.
We’re looking for a Data Governance Specialist who wants to shape how governance truly works in a modern data and AI environment.
This is a hands‑on role. You’ll build the governance capability, run it day‑to‑day, and embed it directly into how teams design, build, and ship.
About the role
Own Data & AI Governance (for real)
Lead EROAD’s governance capability across cataloguing, lineage, classification, and data quality tooling
Embed governance controls into data pipelines, analytics workflows, and AI use cases—not just write policies
Maintain audit‑ready visibility: access, schema changes, lineage, and quality
Shape the framework—and make it stick
Evolve EROAD’s Data & AI Governance Framework and drive adoption across teams
Define pragmatic controls for AI training data, feature stores, and model outputs
Ensure compliance and privacy alignment without slowing delivery
Be the connector
Partner with Data Engineering, Product, Security, Legal, Privacy, and Compliance
Run governance forums that enable and protect the business
Translate decisions into clear, practical controls teams can actually implement
Make data trustworthy
Own governance and quality metrics and show progress
Ensure end‑to‑end lineage from source systems to analytics and AI outputs
Identify gaps in classification, masking, quality, and change management
Lift the organisation
Deliver training on data and AI governance
Coach teams and foster a culture where governance enables innovation—not blocks it
Help build a fun, curious, and forward‑thinking data community
Skills & experience
You don’t need to tick every box, but you’ll recognise yourself in most of these:
4+ years in data governance, data management, data risk, or similar roles
Experience with governance tooling (catalogue, lineage, classification, data quality)
Strong understanding of modern data platforms (warehouses, lakes, streaming)
Solid SQL skills and comfort navigating schemas and pipelines
Experience in regulated or controlled data environments
Exposure to AI or advanced analytics governance (or a strong interest to grow)
Confident influencing across teams without formal authority
Why you’ll love working at EROAD
EROAD is a real Kiwi success story. Publicly listed on the NZX and ASX, we continue to grow across New Zealand, Australia, Philippines and the USA. Our purpose is simple: make roads safer and more sustainable. Our platform and in‑vehicle technology help fleets operate safely and minimise environmental impact.
We value diversity—we’re a multicultural team from all over the world. And we invest in our people through leadership development, fully paid medical insurance, unlimited sick leave, recognition programmes, EAP support, and more. We’re a tight‑knit, fun, collaborative team that genuinely cares. Our Albany office offers free parking, easy access to public transport, and flexible working.
At EROAD, your work will have impact. You’ll help shape how data and AI are governed as we continue to scale. We’re growing fast, and we’d love for you to grow with us.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Data Governance Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Remote Jobs sector. This role in Auckland 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 Remote Jobs is a plus.
