About Us

Our Transportation team is committed to delivering quality outcomes for our community - providing investigation, design and construction of road safety, capacity, resilience and improvements. We service our district with networks stretching from Bland Bay in the north to Langs Beach in the south and from Waiotira in the west to Urquharts Bay in the east.

Here at Whangārei District Council, our continually developing culture is built around principles of delivering for our customers, our tikanga, and working collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes for our community. We take pride in looking after our people, who enjoy the opportunity to carry out work that really makes an impact within our district.

About the Role

Working from our purpose built, state of the art civic facility in Central Whangārei, as Network Operations Lead, you'll take charge of the operational management and development of Whangārei's Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS). From street lighting and traffic signals to mechanical bridge control systems, you'll ensure these critical networks run efficiently and meet the highest standards of safety and reliability.

You'll provide outstanding leadership to a skilled team whose responsibilities also include; Corridor Access Management and permitting Temporary Traffic Management; managing key contracts and providing subject matter expertise and technical support services to Capital Works and Asset Management teams. 

What You'll Bring

If this sounds like an opportunity you'd like to explore further we're looking for applications from candidates able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering/Information Sciences or equivalent with at least 5 years of post-degree experience.
• A good understanding of Street Lighting best practice and lighting standards and / or Traffic Signal Controllers and SCATS operations.
• Understanding of NZTA Code of Practice for Temporary Traffic Management. 
• Proficiency in asset management systems, specifically: Road Asset Maintenance Management (RAMM).
• Understanding of NZS3910 and NZS3917 Conditions of Contract.
• Strong leadership skills that can empower and motivate others to effectively deliver results. 
• Experience in managing both CAPEX and OPEX budgets.
• Ability and desire to work in a way that is consistent  with our organisational tikanga.

Why Join Us?

With a stunning natural environment, great schools, and short commutes, working with us here at Whāngarei District Council may be the change you have been looking for. We're committed to making Whangārei a great place to live - and as someone focused on making a positive contribution to their community we want you to be part of that journey.

Ready to get started?

If you have any questions, contact the People and Capability team on 0800 932 463. We look forward to hearing from you!