Senior Systems Analyst at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Wellington (Te Whanganui a Tara)

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Join a high-performing team who work on interesting and challenging deliverables using SAP S4 HANA
• Lead system enhancements and drive real change in payroll and HR systems
• 15-month fixed-term, full-time role | Wellington National Office   

'Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi'  –  ‘There is only one purpose to our work:  the wellness and wellbeing of our people.

Ngā kawenga | About the role 

As a Senior Systems Analyst, you'll play a key role in supporting payroll and HR systems, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and driving enhancements that align with business and strategic goals.

Some of the role's accountabilities include:

• Providing expertise in support of payroll development and issue resolution
• Leading the delivery of system change, using internal and external resources
• Facilitate system upgrades and provide testing support
• Supporting internal SAP teams across collaborative

 He kōrero mōu | About you  

If you have strong experience supporting payroll systems, delivering meaningful change and enjoy working with a team, we would like to hear from you.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience 

 We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills as well as:

• Proven experience in providing system solutions for payroll and wider HR systems
• Excellent knowledge of New Zealand Payroll and relevant New Zealand legislation
• Experience dealing with users & business requirements and developing these into technical system specifications and deliverables
• Proven customer service focus with ability to build strong working relationships
• Understanding of current technology trends and directions 

Utu ā-tau | Salary 

The midpoint of the salary range is $106,789 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $90,771 - $128,147 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role. 

Beyond salary, the Department offers:

• A modern work environment enhanced by the latest technology.
• Opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and gain valuable experience.
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi .

We welcome applications from disabled and neurodiverse communities, all cultures, faiths, and rainbow communities, as we appreciate the richness of experience that diversity brings to our organisation. We strive to make our recruitment process fair and inclusive, and we encourage applicants to discuss reasonable accommodation with us if required at careers@corrections.govt.nz.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

If you have any questions please contact: Tom.Nicholas@corrections.govt.nz

To view the job description, click 'apply' and you will be taken through to our careers site, where you can view this.

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. 

Applications close on: Tuesday 18th March

All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered. 

If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at  careers@corrections.govt.nz.