Principal Advisor, Vehicle Fleet, Property and Sustainability

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Mō tēnei tūranga | About this role

Permanent position located in Wellington.

The Principal Advisor, Vehicle Fleet, Property and Sustainability will be responsible for the Ministry of Education vehicle fleet planning and oversight of the operational management of the vehicle fleet.  In addition, this position will provide support to the Manager, Property and Sustainability across the Property and Sustainability portfolio.

In this role you will:

• Monitor closely the Ministry’s vehicle fleet operations across the Ministry to ensure it is operating to meet business needs, be compliant with associated legislation, policy and processes
• Keep a close watching brief on the costs and carbon emissions of the fleet
• Lead projects to innovate and update the fleet
• Assist with leading broader projects and key priorities in Property and Sustainability (when required)

Salary range: $119,171 - $144,560 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

 

For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here.

Mōhou ake | About you

We’re looking for a strategic and experienced Principal Advisor to combine in-depth experience of managing large nationwide vehicle fleets along with being able to support broader projects across Property and Sustainability.    You’ll have the versatility to pick up new pieces of work as well as the ability to work proactively at pace, build effective and collaborative working relationships and support the overall delivery of outcomes across the Property and Sustainability corporate function as a whole.

You will also offer:

• A track record of bringing people together and leading, coaching and mentoring others to achieve outcomes 
• An ability to identify key stakeholders both within and outside and organisation and work collaboratively to achieve the desired outcomes
• A proven ability to use data and insights to identify trends, risks and opportunities, to influence and guide organisational and system-level decision making
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A commitment to ongoing personal and professional development
• Project management
• Documentation and report writing to Boards and senior executive
• The ability to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct

Mātau rōpū ake | About our ministry, group, and team

Te Pou Rangatōpū | Corporate group is responsible for delivering essential Ministry-wide statutory and corporate functions. We enable the organisation to operate effectively and help fulfil the statutory and reporting obligations of Te Tāhuhu.

Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi? | Are you ready to make a difference?

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and CV by using the ‘apply' button below. In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, your whakapapa or anything you'd like to share about your cultural identity. We're keen to know your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

For further information, please contact Lynley Sinclair at Lynley.Sinclair@education.govt.nz

Applications close midnight on 2 November 2025

We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.