Chair of the Auckland Regional Transport Committee

On behalf of the Mayor of Auckland and the Minister of Transport, the Ministry of Transport and Auckland Council are seeking a high-calibre chair to lead and establish the Auckland Regional Transport Committee (ARTC). The ARTC, as a joint statutory committee of Government and Auckland Council, is a new and unique structure in the transport system.

This role will be at the forefront of the ARTC as it creates the first 30-year transport plan for Auckland, and prepares the Auckland Regional Land Transport Plan.

We are looking for a candidate with experience in either board chair or senior executive roles. Priority experience includes:

· extensive understanding of the Auckland context, including the local and central government operating environments;

· strategic planning;

· engagement at senior levels and with a broad range of stakeholders with an ability to bring together diverse views and competing interests; and

· some combination of transport planning, spatial planning, economics and infrastructure delivery.

The ARTC will be focused on achieving alignment between Government and Auckland Council priorities, setting direction for the transport system in Auckland and ultimately improving transport outcomes across Auckland.

Appointments to the ARTC are subject to the passing of the Local Government (Auckland Council) (Transport Governance) Amendment Bill.

The appointment of the chair will be for an initial term of up to three years. The chair will be remunerated at a daily rate, commensurate with their responsibilities and experience.

Application Process:

· Interested applicants can apply before 12.00 pm, Wednesday 10 December 2025 via the following link: https://www.boardappointments.co.nz/Vacancies

· A copy of the position description is available on the Treasury appointments database in the above link.

· If you require further information, please email the Ministry of Transport at Auckland@transport.govt.nz or james.stephens@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz.