Regulatory Compliance Officer – Transport Audits

Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi; Nelson; Hybrid; NZD 80,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Supportive working environment

Job summary

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is seeking Compliance Officers to join our Safer Commercial Transport team. The role focuses on conducting audits and reviews to assess operator compliance, applying legislation, and making sound risk-based decisions.

Travel across regions is a key aspect, and a full driver’s license is required. Salary will be between $80,388 and $89,320 NZD per year, commensurate with skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in regulatory environments or audits is beneficial.
• Ability to interpret legislation and apply it practically.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and reviews to assess compliance and identify improvements.
• Gather information, write clear assessments, and support risk-based decisions.
• Maintain accurate records in line with privacy and information management requirements.
• Travel regularly to engage with operators across regions and support the field work.

Skills

Audits & reviews

Risk-based assessment

Legislation interpretation

Data analysis

Documentation & record-keeping

Stakeholder communication

Te Ao Māori awareness

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is seeking Compliance Officers to join our Safer Commercial Transport team. The role focuses on conducting audits and reviews to assess operator compliance, applying legislation, and making sound risk-based decisions.

Travel across regions is a key aspect, and a full driver’s license is required. Salary will be between $80,388 and $89,320 NZD per year, commensurate with skills and experience.