Senior Analyst, Research and Data

Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 116,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Sick leave from day 1

KiwiSaver up to 4%

Vision support

Flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand is seeking a Senior Analyst, Research and Data in Wellington to join the Information Research and Analytics team. You will interrogate databases using Databricks and tools such as SQL, R, and Power BI to deliver high-quality insights that support decision-making and regulatory education programmes.

This role also offers mentoring and training opportunities, a chance to drive continuous improvement and automation, and a focus on improving aviation

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high-quality data analytics, research, and insights.
• Strong skills in statistical modelling, data visualisation, and reporting.
• Knowledge of data modelling, relational databases, and data governance.

Skills

Data analytics

Statistical modelling

Data visualisation

Reporting

Data governance

Relational databases

Databricks

SQL

R

Power BI

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring

Tools

Databricks

Power BI

SQL

R

Job description

• Turn complex data into insights that improve aviation safety
• Ideal opportunity to mentor and train colleagues
• Permanent position based in Wellington

About the role

The Senior Analyst, Research and Data role sits within the Information Research and Analytics team. A team dedicated to collecting and curating safety and security performance information to support decision makers and inform regulatory education programmes and insight/intelligence reports for the aviation sector.

This role involves interrogating the Authority’s databases, using Databricks, as well as contemporary analytical tools, such as SQL, R, Power BI; and applying appropriate statistical methodologies to conduct complex data analysis and provide high-quality insights to support decision-making across the Authority.

The salary band for this role is $115,536 to $141,751. Starting salaries are based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, as well as internal relativities.

For more information on the role please view the position description .

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who can take their technical experience and build fresh practices and perspectives with their colleagues, driving continuous improvement and automation initiatives this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

• Experience delivering high-quality data analytics, research, and insights
• Strong skills in statistical modelling, data visualisation, and reporting
• Knowledge of data modelling, relational databases, and data governance
• Proficiency in Databricks, R, SQL, Power BI, or similar tools
• Experience driving continuous improvement and automation initiatives
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate, influence, and mentor others

About us

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is New Zealand’s aviation safety and security regulator. We play a critical role in protecting the travelling public, supporting the aviation sector, and strengthening New Zealand’s international reputation.

Our vision is simple and powerful: A safe and secure aviation system – so people are safe, and feel safe when they fly.

Our values: Professionalism , Respect , Integrity , Transparency , and Collaboration guide everything we do. We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to contribute.

Why Join Us?

• 5 weeks annual leave,
• Sick leave entitlements from day 1
• Matching KiwiSaver contributions up to 4%
• Vision assistance
• Flu Vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Programme

Applications close: Tuesday 20 October 2026

If you have any questions about the role or application process, contact the Recruitment team at [e-mail]

Please be aware that we may start shortlisting as applications come in. We encourage early applications, as the advertisement may close sooner than stated.