Certification Officer

New Zealand Government; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency is seeking a Certification Officer in Auckland to oversee vehicle certification compliance. The role involves site visits, performance reviews, and producing reports to enhance safety standards. Applicants should have extensive experience in vehicle inspections and strong IT skills. Flexible working options and a competitive salary are offered, along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Five weeks of annual leave

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of WoF/CoF experience.
• Excellent knowledge of VIRMs for CoF/WoF and QMS.

Responsibilities

• Conduct performance reviews of Inspecting Organisations and Vehicle Inspectors.
• Produce high-quality reports based on site visits.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Relationship Building

Education

NZ Certificate in Automotive Engineering L4 or 5

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Oversee and review WoF & CoF inspections

• Regulatory and compliance role with site visits
• Location: Auckland, North Shore, flexible working, Monday to Friday

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are looking for a Certification Officer to join our busy specialist team. In this role, you will be responsible for reviews and investigations into high-risk and non-compliance areas within the vehicle certification sector. Drawing on your vehicle certification experience and excellent knowledge of Vehicle Inspection Requirement Manuals (VIRM), you will regularly visit and engage with regulated parties in the Auckland region to ensure they meet compliance and legislative requirements. This includes:

• Routine performance reviews of Inspecting Organisations (IOs) and Vehicle Inspectors (VIs)
• Assessing IOs and VIs for entry into the system
• Responding to non-compliance and safety issues using compliance support and enforcement interventions to ensure a safe land transport system

You will need to produce high-quality reports based on your visits, including findings and the implementation of statutory interventions and other regulatory activities. Reporting involves updating spreadsheets to track your findings and ensuring timely outcomes to enhance safety and compliance. Travel across Auckland and the wider region for site visits is required. This is a Monday to Friday role with flexible work options. For the full position description, click here.

Salary is between $90,423 and $120,564, depending on skills and experience.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

This is a great opportunity to contribute to improving standards and systems by applying industry best practices. To succeed, you should demonstrate:

• A minimum of 5 years of WoF/CoF experience
• Excellent knowledge of VIRMs for CoF/WoF and QMS
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent written communication skills, capable of producing well-reasoned reports
• Ability to build relationships and appreciate different perspectives
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize risks and workload

Qualifications include:

• Current or recent WoF or CoF authorities
• NZ Certificate in Automotive Engineering L4 or 5
• Full Driver Licence is preferred, with no convictions or demerit points

You should also demonstrate a willingness to understand and promote Te Ao Māori, tikanga, and Te Reo Māori, as well as an appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in the public sector context.

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

We value our staff and offer:

• A supportive work environment
• Flexible working options
• A competitive salary aligned with your skills and experience
• Five weeks of annual leave and other benefits

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Apply today by submitting a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate, along with your CV. Applications close on 2 June 2025. For more information, email: [e-mail]. You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. NZTA | Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Please inform us if you require support or accommodations during the recruitment process. Early applications are encouraged as we may start shortlisting before the deadline and may withdraw the vacancy at any time.