Road Corridor Officer, Queenstown
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Queenstown District Lakes Council

Road Corridor Officer

  • Posted Today
  • Hybrid
  • Full Time

Queenstown

Job Description

Road Corridor Officer


Live, work and play in Aotearoa New Zealand’s most spectacular setting.


No two days at Queenstown Lakes District Council are the same. Every day we provide services, facilities and programmes essential to the health and wellbeing of our people and environment, while stepping up to the challenges and opportunities that come with being New Zealand’s fastest growing territorial authority.


We’re proud to be QLDC. Our people are motivated by a shared purpose driven by care, connection and community. All our roles are at the heart of a dynamic and diverse set of communities where you will be making a genuine difference every day. Join us.


We have a fantastic opportunity to join our skilled and committed Planning & Development team as a Road Corridor Officer in a full-time permanent role based in Queenstown.


What you’ll be doing / He aha te mahi


The Road Corridor Officer role requires balancing office-based tasks with fieldwork. Candidates must be comfortable switching between detailed documentation and proactive engagement with contractors and consultants in dynamic site environments.


The role will involve:


  • Processing and approving Traffic Management Plans (TMPs), Corridor Access Requests (CARs), Licences to Occupy, and Temporary Road Closures in accordance with legislation, bylaws, and policy.
  • Coordinating and managing road corridor activities in line with the Utilities Access Act 2010, National Code of Practice, and NZGTTM, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Undertaking Engineering Acceptance, compliance, audit, and reinstatement inspections, escalating complex issues to Engineers where required.
  • Providing clear, professional advice on road corridor matters to internal teams, contractors, applicants, and stakeholders, ensuring understanding of regulatory obligations.
  • Delivering responsive, customer-focused service and professionally representing Queenstown Lakes District Council.
  • This role is approximately 50% office-based and 50% field-based, requiring versatility to switch seamlessly between documentation and on-site inspections.

What you’ll bring to the role / Ko wai to Pukeka


You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams. With strong time management and attention to detail, you’ll confidently juggle priorities and deliver projects on time. You are proactive, organised, and solutions-focused, with a collaborative approach that contributes to a positive and productive team environment.


To best succeed in this role, you’ll have:


  • A Tertiary diploma qualification OR equivalent experience in roading construction, civil works, or traffic management.
  • Minimum five years’ experience in working in a local government setting and dealing with the public and a wide range of internal staff/stakeholders.
  • Exceptional written communication skills for preparing accurate reports and processing regulatory documentation, combined with confident verbal communication to manage on-site discussions with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
  • Understanding and knowledge of RAMM software (Roading Assessment and Maintenance Management) to utilise for site inspections within the roading network.
  • Ability to manage risk and maintain compliance with regulatory frameworks, including NZGTTM standards.

What we offer / Ko a matou whakaratoka


We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, wellbeing, and professional growth, including:


Southern Cross Wellbeing One Plan (Full time, permanent only)

Discounted membership to our health and fitness facilities

Hybrid working practices

Genuine commitment to your training and career development

To apply, please follow the link or for any questions please contact Hayden Bed, Manager Development Engineering & Subdivision, at ••••@qldc.govt.nz.


Applications close: Wednesday, 11th November 2026


Please note we will review and process applications as they come through; we encourage your early application.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Active Learning
  • KPIs
  • Roading Maintenance
  • Service Contracts

Desired Soft Skills

  • Coordination
  • Communication

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  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 🏥 Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🎖 Long Service Rewards
  • 💻 Company Supplied Technology
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
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  • 🌈 Rainbow Tick
  • 🧠 Neurodiverse
  • 💰 Wage Equality
  • 🏃 Women Leadership
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  • ♻ Recycle
  • 🤲 Volunteering
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