Business Case Lead at Te Whatu Ora, Canterbury

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations — from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.

About the Role

As Business Case Lead for the Te Waipounamu Region, you will lead the planning, development, and assurance of business cases for infrastructure‑enabled investments across the region. You will ensure alignment with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora and IIG governance standards, and drive the quality, consistency, and strategic impact of investment proposals.

You will provide expert oversight of feasibility studies, economic analysis, multi‑criteria analysis, and risk assessments. You will translate complex financial, technical, and strategic information into compelling business case documentation that supports sound investment decision‑making.

This role plays a pivotal part in shaping early‑stage investment planning and improving the business case development capability across the region.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The mission of the Health New Zealand Infrastructure and Investment Group (IIG) is to provide the safe, fit for purpose health facilities, sites and equipment that are essential for a well-functioning health system. The IIG leads investment by understanding and managing these well, ensuring health facilities, sites, and equipment with the highest need of investment are prioritised and standardising the way these are delivered, maintained, refurbished or redeveloped.

About you

You are a skilled and strategic professional who understands how high‑quality business cases drive meaningful investment decisions. With experience in complex infrastructure or public‑sector environments, you're confident navigating financial modelling, detailed analysis, and strategic planning. You know how to bring clarity to ambiguity and can translate complex information into clear, persuasive narratives that support strong decision‑making.

You build trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and bring a calm, thoughtful approach to your work. You're proactive, organised, and committed to improving processes and contributing to smarter, more effective investment planning.

You value collaboration, clear communication, and thoughtful leadership. Your approach is grounded in integrity and professionalism, and you care about contributing to a health system that supports better outcomes for communities.

You Will Bring

• A relevant degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
• 6+ years of experience in business case development, financial analysis, or a related infrastructure‑sector role
• Strong background in business analysis including Multi‑Criteria Analysis and Cost‑Benefit Analysis
• Demonstrated ability to produce high‑quality, persuasive business cases aligned to governance requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, strategic insights
• Proven stakeholder engagement and relationship‑building skills

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.   

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 18th March 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shannon Elder at shannon.elder@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert. 

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.