Competence Assessment Advisor

About Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau

Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau is Aotearoa’s membership body for engineers, innovators, and problem-solvers. The organisation describes itself as supportive, flexible, and purpose-led, with work that creates meaningful impact. It has also been recognised as a Best Places To Work winner in the Human-Centred Impact category.

The organisation exists to bring engineering to life in ways that improve lives across New Zealand. Its work supports and strengthens the engineering community, encourages excellence, and backs change that matters. Current priorities include climate action, diversity and inclusion, te ao Māori, and helping rangatahi through inspiring STEM education. The long-term goal is for the profession to be connected, professional, leading, and thriving.

About the role

This Wellington-based position offers flexible hybrid working. As a Competence Assessment Advisor, you will support engineers through the competence assessment journey and help them gain professional recognition and stronger connection to their profession.

You will work with applicants, assessors, and internal teams to keep assessments moving efficiently, fairly, and to a high standard. The role also contributes to improving the assessment experience and supporting ongoing process improvement.

Main duties

• Guide engineers through each stage of the assessment process and provide practical support
• Answer applicant questions and help them understand what is required
• Check applications, validate information, and provide clear, constructive feedback
• Organise and support assessment panels
• Maintain consistency and quality in assessment reports
• Develop strong working relationships with assessors, industry representatives, and other stakeholders
• Assist with seminars and engagement activities that promote the assessment process

What the organisation is looking for

The ideal person is organised, people-oriented, and comfortable helping others work through detailed processes with care and clarity. You should be proactive, attentive to detail, and willing to learn. The role suits someone who can manage several priorities at once, ask good questions, and build positive relationships with colleagues, applicants, and assessors.

To succeed, you need at least two years of experience in an office-based role. This background should help you handle competing demands, communicate with different stakeholders, and work on your own when needed.

The organisation is open to candidates who can add value even if they do not match every requirement. It values the ideas, experience, and perspective you would bring to the role.

Required strengths and experience

• Strong written and spoken communication skills, with an emphasis on plain English
• Experience working in a service-focused or professional setting
• Ability to manage multiple tasks accurately and with close attention to detail
• Confidence engaging with a broad range of stakeholders
• Good judgement and practical problem-solving ability
• A collaborative and proactive working style
• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field, or equivalent proven experience
• Knowledge of engineering and technology, or experience in a similar environment, would be helpful

Working environment and support

The organisation is purpose-driven and values-led, with a workplace designed to support diverse needs. Adjustments may include quiet spaces, flexible lighting, modified workspace setups, and assistance with assistive technology where required.

Team members are supported with the tools, resources, collaborators, professional development, and organisational backing needed to do strong work, whether working from home, in the office, or somewhere in between. The culture is described as social, supportive, and aspirational, with a strong emphasis on mental health and work-life balance.

Benefits and workplace perks

• Flexibility tailored to individual needs
• Unlimited wellbeing leave plus 5 weeks of annual leave
• Professional development funding to support career goals
• Wellbeing support including free flu vaccinations, confidential counselling, an organisation-funded social club, and subsidised onsite massages
• Opportunities to take part in values-led internal initiatives such as neurodiversity work, waiata practice, rainbow community activities, and te reo Māori learning
• A team guided by Integrity, Service, Cooperation, and Bravery
• A bright, modern, open workspace that is whānau-friendly and near the waterfront
• Accessible and gender-neutral wharepaku

Accessibility and inclusion

Accessibility, equity, and inclusion are central to the workplace. A range of adjustments can be provided for kaimahi with physical disabilities, sensory disabilities, neurodivergent conditions, or other access needs. Candidates are encouraged to share any barriers or support they may need during recruitment.

Application information

The full position description is available on the organisation’s careers page. Applications close at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, 8 July 2026. Applications will be acknowledged electronically.

Applications may be reviewed as they are received, and suitable candidates can move through the recruitment process before the closing date. This means the role may close earlier than advertised.

Only people with the right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand are eligible to apply.