Senior or Principal Data Analyst - National Transport Modelling

Position Title: Senior or Principal Data Analyst

Team and Group: National Transport Modelling | Sector Strategy  

Position Type:  Permanent, Full Time (38 hours per week)

Location:  Wellington CBD

Salary: Senior Data Analyst - $109,208 per annum (+ KiwiSaver) 

             Principal Data Analyst - $137,527 - $170,664 per annum (+ KiwiSaver)

About the opportunity | Ngā whakamārama mō te tūnga

We are looking for either a Senior or a Principal level Data Analyst to join the National Transport Modelling team. 

The National Transport Modelling Team is responsible for the development, running, and analysis of the National Transport Model (Monty). The Monty modelling stack includes population and activity synthesis, network generation, agent-based network simulation, and output processing. We provide data handling, modelling, and analytics capability to inform strategy, policy, and development for the Ministry and the wider transport sector. It is a thrilling project.

This position is Wellington based only.

What you’ll bring | Te wāhi ki a koe

We are seeking candidates with:

• Experience contributing to a compute and data software technology
• Experience or great interest in the Julia programming language, Terraform/OpenTofu, and the Nix package and environment management language
• Experience with Linux and cloud computing
• Experience specifying mathematical procedures given domain specific information
• Well-developed organisational skills, and ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines
• Experience communicating technical concepts, in writing and verbally
• A sound understanding of modelling, programming, and computing
• Understanding of the fundamentals of statistical/machine learning
• A knowledge of a range of mathematical modelling techniques.
  

As our incoming principal data analyst, you will also bring extensive analytical and programming skills. You will have experience leading and managing projects, collaborating with and mentoring others. Your ability to communicate complex analysis clearly and effectively - both verbally and in writing, ensures your insights are understood and valued by senior stakeholders. 

Holding a post-graduate qualification in a relevant analytical field (e.g. science, mathematics, engineering, operational research, computer science) is desirable or extensive experience in quantitative analysis in a technical policy environment for both the senior and principal level analyst. 

Salary range | Whānuitanga Utu ā-Tau

The base salary range budget for this position Senior Data Analyst - $109,208 – $145,055 (midpoint $120,878) per annum

The base salary range budget for this principal data analyst - $137,527 – 170,664 (midpoint $142,221).  

The salary offered will reflect skills and experience.

What we offer | Te wāhi ki a mātou

This a great opportunity to contribute to open government and public trust, be part of a collaborative team and a ministry with strong values (Integrity, Excellence and Collaboration).

We’re confident you’ll also get a lot from our high trust, high respect environment. This is a place where you can roll your sleeves up and really deliver at pace, working both independently and collaboratively. and You’ll also have the chance to utilise your skills and experience to be part of embedding a new way of working.

About the Ministry of Transport | He kupu mō mātou Te Manatū Waka

The Ministry of Transport is an impartial, expert and trusted adviser to government, shaping transport for New Zealand. We work to deliver a well-functioning transport system that helps grow New Zealand’s economy and productivity.

At the Ministry of Transport, we have approximately 230 staff and pride ourselves on being a small, agile, and high performing Ministry. The Ministry’s values are integrity, excellence, and collaboration.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono mai

To view the job description, or apply online, click Apply. Please include a CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience.

To apply for this role, you must have right to live and work in New Zealand. You will need to be based in Wellington or ready to relocate. Other locations will not be considered.

Applications close midnight, Sunday 16 November 2025.

For further information or to speak confidentially, please contact Jade MacKay, Manager, National Transport Modelling at j.mackay@transport.govt.nz

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds, orientations, and identities. We aim to have a Ministry that represents the wider Aotearoa that we serve. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels relevant, valued, supported and a sense of belonging.

For any support or accessibility needs during our recruitment process, please contact us at applications@transport.govt.nz

Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies to fill this vacancy and unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.