Release Train Engineer - Auckland or Christchurch at Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities , Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Are you an absolute SME in continuous delivery across multiple value work streams
• You will have had experience in delivering large scale transformation projects
• Full-time fixed term/secondment role with the salary of $131,717 + 5wks annual leave

 Te whiwhinga mahi - Our Opportunity - Auckland or Christchurch based

This is an opportunity to support our newly formed Value Management Office, working alongside and supporting the team of 10, including Release Train Engineers, Business Analysts and Portfolio Analysts.

You will be working with our Value Stream leaders, so you will have an understanding of multiple work streams and ensure clear visions and strategies are shared through a time of transformation.

The Release Train Engineer will be our expert in agile ways of working and be expected to coach and mentor our leaders and teams on best practice and deliver on organisation strategies and objectives.

This role is a fixed term role for 18months 

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu - What you will bring

• Hold deep subject matter expertise in the purpose and capabilities of each value stream and delivery
• Expert planning and organising skills, able to break down complex strategies, goals and objectives and allocate those across the Business Enablement function.
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills, the ability to convey complex concepts and techniques to lay audiences
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to identify competing priorities, negotiate and influence trade-offs with interested parties
• 2-3 years' experience working as a Release Train Engineer or Agile Coach
• Experience in large scale transformations within an organization
• Certified in relevant Lean, Agile, or Scaled Agile certifications is desirable
• In depth knowledge of agile practices
• Strong and multifaceted communication skills up to senior leadership level
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong leadership skills, with a servant leadership mindset
• Influencing and negotiating skills at all levels, with proven ability to develop trust and credibility with key stakeholders
• Proven reporting skills and ability to accurately derive insights from reports

Nōu te rourou - What's in it for you?  

We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits. 

As a Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities. 

Mō mātou - Our Organisation

At Kāinga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealand's housing choices, outcomes and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive.

What is exciting about working for Kāinga Ora is getting the chance to make a real and positive impact on New Zealanders' lives. With skills, planning and purposeful action, our people are creating the homes and neighbourhoods that will build the future of Aotearoa.

We are passionate about transforming New Zealand for the better. That includes being a trusted partner for Māori and iwi, protecting and enabling their rights, interests and aspirations under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Ō Tātou Uara - Our Values

Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are:

• Manaakitanga - People at the Heart
• Mahi Tahi - Better Together

• Whanake- Be Bold

Tūhono mai - Join us

To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via http://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz. Please note: all applicants, including existing employees, need to follow this process.

If you have any questions or for a confidential discussion, please contact Lynda Francis, lynda.francis@kaingaora.govt.nz

Applications close at 11:55pm on Wednesday 19 March 2025

We will review applications as they are received - so apply now to avoid disappointment

We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.