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About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga
- Permanent, full-time opportunity
- The role will be based in our Wellington office.
We’re looking for a Team Manager, Regional Transport to join the School Transport team within Te Mahau | Education Services.
This role focuses leading and managing a team of up to 10 regionally based staff to support the effective delivery of school transport to students, schools and communities.
You’ll set achievable workplans to guide and manage operational delivery, provide guidance on priorities and timeframes, and ensure national consistency is maintained across operational practice and outputs at a regional level. You’ll also support the wider team to drive value for money and service efficiency through proactive contract and commercial management.
Salary range: $107,120 - $160,680 per annum plus KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.
Please note: Applications from affected kaimahi | employees will be given priority consideration.
For more details about the role, you can view the Job description here
About you | Mōhou ake
You will have:
- Proven team leadership experience.
- Experience in developing and delivering workplans that align to organisational strategies and work programmes.
- Experience in developing, monitoring, improving and maintaining functional workflows and processes.
- Experience in commercial management, especially in a service delivery context, including supplier account management.
- Experience in leading and contributing to embedding organisational change that delivers intended outcomes.
- Experience building and leading inclusive and diverse teams and creating a safe, open and responsive culture.
- A proven track record of building and maintaining trusted relationships with colleagues and internal and external stakeholders.
You will also offer:
- A track record of maintaining strong relationships among regionally dispersed teams.
- Sound knowledge of government processes and service delivery
- A commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
- The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
We offer a supportive and collaborative team environment, with opportunities to grow your skills and contribute to meaningful work that impacts learners across Aotearoa.
About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake
The School Transport team sits within Te Mahau | Education Services – National Services and Programmes. We ensure that school transport services are safe, efficient, and equitable. Our work supports learners and whānau across the country by enabling access to education.
Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?
If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.
For further information, please contact Rhona Hewitt, Manager Performance at Rhona.Hewitt@education.govt.nz
Applications close Midnight – Wednesday, 25 November 2026.
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.
