Geospatial Engineer at New Zealand Transport Agency, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Drive, maintain and enhance our enterprise geospatial platform
• Build fast, reliable ETL pipelines that power smarter decisions nationwide
• Full-time, permanent position based in any NZTA office location

Join our Data Chapter and help us deliver reliable, resilient and high value geospatial services across NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) and beyond.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We're looking for a skilled Geospatial Engineer to work at the heart of our enterprise geospatial ecosystem - supporting and developing the platforms, tools and processes that enable better decision'making nationwide.

You will:

• Support and enhance the enterprise geospatial platform and associated applications, including ArcGIS Enterprise, FME and our geospatial data warehouse.
• Design, build and manage ETL workflows using FME or Python.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external vendors and government partners to ensure high-performing, secure and reliable geospatial systems.
• Implement upgrades, develop new capabilities and ensure robust change-management processes.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and contribute to continuous improvement across our digital environment.
• Stay up to date with ESRI technologies, GIS programming, database management and modern web mapping practices.
• Help shape geospatial best practice within one of Aotearoa's most impactful public organisations.

View the Position Description. Appointment salary is between $93,357 and $111,623, commensurate with skills and experience.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

You'll be a curious, solutions focused geospatial professional who enjoys working collaboratively and delivering high quality outcomes. You will bring:

• Extensive experience with the ESRI suite, ArcGIS Enterprise, web mapping, ArcSDE geodatabases and modern geospatial tools.
• Strong technical skills in Python, JavaScript, HTML5, ASP.NET, R or FME, and experience working with RESTful endpoints.
• Experience designing, supporting or maintaining ETL processes.
• Understanding of software development, integration and version control.
• Experience with change, release or agile delivery environments.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to manage and validate complex datasets.
• Clear, confident communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of Power BI or Qlik integration is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., GIS, Geography or related field).
• Professional ESRI training or certifications are highly desirable.

Mō mātou | About Us

At NZTA, we're committed to delivering great outcomes for New Zealanders now and for the future. Within Te Aukaha - Digital, we deliver modern, fit'for'purpose digital and data solutions that make it easier for our people and partners to do their best work. You'll join a team that is future'focused, collaborative, and passionate about enabling digital transformation across the organisation

Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return

You'll join a team that values wellbeing, collaboration, and courage. We offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Free Life, Income Protection, and Critical Illness Insurance package
• Flexible working arrangements (role dependent)

If you're passionate about geospatial technology and want to use your skills to create lasting impact for Aotearoa, we'd love to hear from you.

Rā Katinga | Applications close:

25 March 2026

For further information, email: careers@nzta.govt.nz

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

NZTA| Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.