Join the Ministry

Our people have different backgrounds and experiences — it’s part of what makes this a great place to work. You can get involved in a range of different subject matter areas, and work with a variety of people at all levels across groups and teams.

If you are just starting out, you will be able to see how New Zealand’s democratic processes operate. If you are looking to take the lead on significant work, we have plenty of big projects, and work alongside, influence and achieve with a very large and productive sector.

If you are exploring opportunities at the Ministry of Transport we will be happy to accommodate additional support you may need. If you prefer flexible working or other reasonable accommodation arrangements, we work with you to tailor a solution that works for us as a team. We also have a ‘dress for your day’ policy, so you choose what is appropriate for the situation.

We are proud to provide a safe and inclusive environment for all.  

We invest in the development of our people and have a range of individual and ministry-wide development initiatives and opportunities. These include:

• in-house Te Reo Māori classes
• offering the Machinery of Government course with NZIER and Victoria University to every new employee
• individual development plans tailored for your specific needs
• internal secondments and other progression pathways that are advertised internally for all staff when available.

Our people’s wellbeing is our priority. Every person has access to a range of health and wellbeing benefits that includes:

• subsidised flu vaccinations
• 2 wellness leave days, after 6 months’ continuous service
• annual health checks
• bi-annual eye care subsidy
• workstation assessments
• in-house wellbeing events such as weekly fitness classes and group challenges like Steptember
• an employment assistance programme (EAP) for you and your family
• annual payment to support staff wellbeing. 

In addition, we offer wellbeing learning opportunities from external providers, such as our recent partnership with Umbrella Health to offer an e-learning course on strengthening resilience. We also have a wellbeing room onsite and offer access to Marram Healthcare and discounted Southern Cross healthcare.

Our passion for transport goes beyond our work and into our every day lives. To help our people share in this passion we have sourced discounted e-bikes and have indoor bike storage facilities. 

Our employee networks are welcoming and have a strong voice to help guide our direction. Everyone who works here is automatically part of our social club, which gives us a wide range of opportunities to link up. Our waiata group is proud to lead us when we sing our powerful Te Manatū Wakawaiata. Our Eco Group keeps us on track with our sustainability focus. And because we all need a break, through Marram you can access affordable holiday homes across Aotearoa New Zealand.