Team Leader: Transport Planning

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Te Tūranga | About the role 

We're on the lookout for an innovative creative and forward-focused Team Leader to head our Transport Planning team. This team plays a pivotal role in shaping transport initiatives by defining project scopes, identifying innovative solutions, and exploring investment pathways. Your mission is to lead the strategic functions of Transport Planning, Investment, and Modelling—ensuring every project is thoughtfully developed before moving to the Delivery team, supported by robust business case processes including option development and evaluation. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead a team of high-performing technical individuals to deliver a wide range of transport projects. 

• Be an integral part of the Transport Strategy and Assurance leadership team, shaping the future of our transport network. 

• Leverage available funding stacks to support the prioritisation of a diverse portfolio of transport projects. 

• Provide oversight to ensure our projects promote an integrated, safe, sustainable, and efficient transport system. 

• Work actively with internal and external partners to align projects with community and business needs. 

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed 

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring  

• Demonstrated leadership presence with the ability to inspire, influence, and engage others. 

• A collaborative mindset with the confidence to stand firm on key issues while working effectively with diverse stakeholders. 

• Strong technical expertise in transport planning and project management. 

• A track record of successfully leading teams and delivering high-impact outcomes. 

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships. 

• Solid financial acumen and experience in overseeing infrastructure investment portfolios. 

Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council 

Tauranga City Council is one of Tauranga’s largest employers, and we are always looking to attract great talent to join our driven, passionate, and community-focused team.  

We always strive to ensure that you feel valued and supported in the workplace. 

To highlight that our people are our greatest asset, we offer a wide range of benefits that include 5 weeks annual leave, flexible hours and work from home options, as well as career development opportunities.  

Te Tukanga | How to apply 

If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Jamie Lunam at Jamie.lunam@tauranga.govt.nz 

Please note we will not be accepting applications via email. If you wish to apply, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link. 

Applications will close upon the appointment of a successful candidate  

Please note - As we move through the final stages of a company-wide reset designed to strengthen our structure and future direction, we remain committed to supporting the development of our existing team. While preference may be given to internal candidates where appropriate, we also welcome applications from external candidates who bring fresh ideas, experience, and enthusiasm. This is an exciting opportunity to join us during a time of transformation and contribute to shaping what comes next. 

We aim to attract a diverse pool of candidates that reflect our communities. It is a priority to ensure that individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life are encouraged to apply for our positions. Should you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz. 

• Tauranga City Council will not accept applications or contact from any placement service, temporary staffing agency, or professional recruiter for this vacancy. If/where Tauranga City Council requires the support of a recruitment agency, we will seek this support from our network of agencies. We ask that you please do not contact Tauranga City Council or any of its employees regarding vacancies. Tauranga City Council will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any commissions, fees or other payments related to such unsolicited contact.