Team Lead External Applications

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 109,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Department of Conservation (DOC) seeks a Team Lead External Applications to steer platforms and applications that serve customers, partners, and communities across Aotearoa. You will lead a team delivering secure, reliable external apps, websites, and the Microsoft ecosystem aligned to smart, off-the-shelf platforms.

You will collaborate with business leaders, product owners, architects, vendors, delivery teams, and Maori partners to enable customer-focused digital services and long-term digital

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading application development, digital platforms, or systems administration teams.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft platform technologies, enterprise applications, website platforms, Dynamics, or comparable SaaS solutions.
• Experience balancing business needs, technical sustainability, risk and value for money in tech decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, configuration, support and continuous improvement of external applications, websites, intranet, and MS platform solutions.
• Drive platform strategy and roadmaps with prioritised enhancements, integrations, upgrades, and service improvements.
• Build and lead a high-performing team of developers and system administrators.

Skills

Leadership of development teams

Microsoft platform technologies

Dynamics / SaaS solutions

SDLC / DevOps / release management

Vendor management

Stakeholder influence

People development

Maori partnership awareness

Job description

Shape the digital experiences that connect people with nature, leading the platforms, people, and technology behind DOC's customer-facing services$108,946.00 - $150,000.00Permanent full time, Wellington location preferred - open to AucklandOur vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao TuroaMo te turanga | About the roleGreat conservation outcomes rely on great digital experiences. As Team Lead External Applications, you'll lead the team responsible for the platforms and applications that support DOC's customers, partners, and communities across Aotearoa.This is an opportunity to combine people leadership, technical expertise, and strategic thinking to ensure DOC's external applications, including the Microsoft platform, website, intranet, and Dynamics ecosystem, are reliable, secure, and continuously improving. You'll work closely with business leaders, product owners, architects, vendors, delivery teams, and Maori partners to deliver technology solutions that are fit for purpose, customer-focused, and aligned to DOC's long-term digital strategy. You'll also play a key role in growing internal capability and championing the smart use of modern, off-the-shelf platforms to deliver sustainable, high-value outcomes.The position will be focussed on:Leading the development, configuration, support, and continuous improvement of DOC's external applications, websites, intranet, and Microsoft platform solutionsDriving platform strategy and roadmaps, prioritising enhancements, integrations, upgrades, and service improvements that deliver business value and customer outcomesBuilding and leading a high-performing team of developers and system administrators, fostering growth, collaboration, and technical excellenceEnsuring applications are secure, reliable, well-governed, and aligned with DOC's architecture, information management, and security standardsPartnering with stakeholders, vendors, and Maori to deliver high-quality digital services that meet evolving organisational and customer needsClick here for the Role DescriptionNga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experienceWe are keen to hear from you, if you have;Proven experience leading application development, digital platform, or systems administration teamsStrong knowledge of Microsoft platform technologies, enterprise applications, website platforms, Dynamics, or comparable SaaS solutionsExperience balancing business needs, technical sustainability, risk, and value for money when making technology decisionsStrong understanding of software development lifecycle, DevOps, release management, integration practices, and modern application supportExperience leading vendors, suppliers, and technology partners to deliver successful outcomesThe ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders across technical and non-technical environmentsA passion for developing people, building capability, and creating inclusive, high-performing teamsAn appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and a commitment to working effectively with Maori and diverse perspectivesHe aha nga painga mou? | What's in it for you?DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.We also support flexible working arrangements for our kaimahi across Aotearoa, with options considered based on the role and in discussion with your leader.Want to know more?Tonoa inaianei | Apply nowApply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation. We're unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted.If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we'll try to accommodate.Salary: $108,946.00 - $150,000.00, depending on skills and experience.Eligibility: You must hold a valid NZ work visa that covers the duration of employment.Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.'Ra whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 15 November 2026. This advert may close early, so please apply promptlyMe he patai ano, whakapa mai | For further enquiries, please contact Emily Blokker, Senior Recruitment Advisor [e-mail]'Please note, we're unable to accept applications via email or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted..