Property Graduates - Emerging Professionals Programme

Property Graduate Opportunities
Designed for those early in their career, these roles offer mentoring and training from industry-leading professionals.
The positions are permanent and based in Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch, starting February 2026.
Our Emerging Professionals Programme | Te Reanga Pito Mata spans 24 months, featuring three 8-month rotations within your chosen area of specialization.
It brings together top emerging talent from across Aotearoa with NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) staff.
Your work will contribute to improving the transport network and systems across Aotearoa.
This is a unique opportunity to explore new career paths within our organization and help deliver our customer promise — a land transport system connecting people, products, and places for a thriving Aotearoa.
Salary: $61,230, commensurate with skills and experience.
About the Role | Te Whiwhinga mahi
Property is a key enabler for transport projects.
We manage around 2,000 properties, including residential, lifestyle, rural, commercial, and forestry.
Over 700 are leased to third parties.
Properties are acquired and held for current or future transport initiatives.
The Transport Property team provides end-to-end property solutions to support regional project delivery, including property acquisition, management, disposal, and legalisation, aligned with our business objectives.
About You | Ko koe tenei
To succeed, you will need:

A bachelor's degree or higher in property or a related field, graduated within the last three years.
Strong personal and cultural values.
Ability to collaborate and engage with diverse groups.
A desire to learn and develop skills in property.
Natural curiosity about processes and improvements.
A proactive approach.
You should demonstrate knowledge of or willingness to learn about Te Ao Maori, tikanga, Te Reo Maori, and te Tiriti o Waitangi as they relate to the public sector.
For the full position description, click here.
Benefits | Nga hua mou

Supportive leadership committed to your success.
Flexible working options, including hybrid home and office arrangements.
Opportunities for growth through training and development.
Five weeks of annual leave plus other benefits.
About Us | Ko wai matou
At NZTA, our people are our strength.
Our success depends on creating a great workplace where everyone can make a difference for Aotearoa.
We focus on future technologies and evolving customer expectations to shape the transport system of tomorrow.
If you're interested, please submit your CV and cover letter explaining why you're suitable.
Application Deadline | Ra Katinga
25 May 2025
For more information, email: ******
Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
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: We may start shortlisting applications as they are received and may withdraw the advertisement at any time.
Early applications are encouraged.
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