Property Graduates - Emerging Professionals Programme, Wellington

Property Graduates - Emerging Professionals Programme at New Zealand Transport Agency, Wellington Property graduate opportunities Designed for those who are early in their career Receive mentoring and training from industry-leading professionals Permanent role based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch starting February 2026Our Emerging Professionals Programme | Te Reanga Pito Mata runs over 24 months with three 8-month rotations within the selected area of specialisation, bringing some of the top emerging talent from across the motu together with the best people from NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). Through your work, you'll have the chance to improve and enhance the transport network and systems across Aotearoa.This is a unique opportunity to explore career paths within our organisation and help deliver our customer promise—a land transport system connecting people, products, and places for a thriving Aotearoa. We are seeking to appoint at a salary of $61,230, commensurate with skills and experience.Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity - Property Property is a key enabler for our transport projects. We own around 2,000 properties, including residential, lifestyle, rural, commercial, and forestry properties. Over 700 of these are leased to other parties. These properties are purchased and held for current or future transport projects.Our Transport Property team provides end-to-end property solutions to support the project delivery work of our regional property teams. The team undertakes key functions such as property acquisition, management, disposal, and survey&legalisation to meet the requirements of the Transport Services business plan and wider agency objectives. Ko koe tēnei | About you To succeed in this role, you will bring: A bachelor's degree or higher in property or a related field Graduated within the last three years and early in your careerStrong personal and cultural values that drive your performance and commitment A desire to collaborate and engage with a broad range of people A willingness to learn and develop new skills and knowledge in property Natural curiosity about how things are done and how to improve them A proactive approachAdditionally, you will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain understanding of Te Ao Māori, promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori, and appreciate te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector. For more details, view the position description here . He aha ngā huanga mōku | What are the benefits for you? Supportive and experienced leaders committed to your successFlexible work options, including hybrid home and office arrangements Opportunities for growth through training and development 5 weeks of annual leave plus other benefits Ko wai mātou | About us At NZTA, our success depends on our people. We are a future-focused organisation embracing new technologies and evolving customer expectations to shape the transport system of tomorrow. We invite you to join us and make a difference for Aotearoa.If this opportunity interests you, please submit your CV and cover letter explaining your suitability. You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered. NZTA | Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Please inform us if you require support or accommodations during the recruitment process.Note: Applications will be reviewed as received, and the position may be withdrawn at any time. Early applications are encouraged. You may be redirected to the employer's careers website for application. #J-18808-Ljbffr