Senior Compliance Officer – Transport Regulation & Audits

New Zealand Transport Agency; Auckland; On-site; NZD 93,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Competitive salary

5 weeks annual leave

Job summary

New Zealand Transport Agency is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to lead complex regulatory work within the Northern/North Auckland team. You will apply legislation and policy to address non-compliance fairly, while engaging with operators and regulators to improve safety outcomes.

Qualified candidates will have proven regulatory experience, strong judgement, and a commitment to high professional standards. Travel is required, with a valid driver licence and no convictions.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex audits, investigations and reviews within a regulatory or enforcement environment.
• Proven ability to gather, analyse and evaluate evidence for sound decisions.
• Ability to apply legislation and regulatory frameworks to achieve consistent outcomes.
• Experience using a range of compliance tools with sound risk assessment.
• Strong written communication and attention to detail.
• Willingness to share expertise and mentor colleagues.
• Proactive problem solving and collaboration with colleagues.
• Excellent relationship and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, high-risk audits, investigations and reviews.
• Gather, analyse and evaluate evidence, including conducting interviews.
• Produce clear, impartial reports that meet professional standards.
• Engage with operators, industry reps and regulatory partners to address issues.
• Share expertise and mentor colleagues to support development.
• Travel across Auckland/Northland regions and beyond as needed.

Skills

Regulatory audits

Evidence gathering

Investigation & reviews

Reporting & correspondence

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring colleagues

Travel readiness

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

New Zealand Transport Agency is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to lead complex regulatory work within the Northern/North Auckland team. You will apply legislation and policy to address non-compliance fairly, while engaging with operators and regulators to improve safety outcomes.

Qualified candidates will have proven regulatory experience, strong judgement, and a commitment to high professional standards. Travel is required, with a valid driver licence and no convictions.