Regulatory Advisor, Space Regulatory Systems

• Bring your keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills to the New Zealand Space Agency
• Lead work supporting Ministers to make informed decisions
• Permanent role based in Wellington - salary range $71,119 - $84,187 + Kiwisaver and wellness benefits
• Come and grow at MBIE with a fun and supportive team!

In this role, you'll give advice to Ministers on whether applicants from all over the world looking to launch satellites from New Zealand meet the requirements of the Outer Space and High-altitude Activities Act.

We're looking for a motivated, new or developing regulatory or operational policy professional to join the team.

You will play a key role in implementing New Zealand's regulatory regime for space and high-altitude flight by:

working with other agencies to assess applications for permits and licences
preparing advice on licence and permit applications for the Minister for Space*; liaising with licence and permit applicants to gather information, communicate key regulatory requirements and ensure compliance with the Act
developing and implementing regulatory processes.

We are keen to hear from you if you have:

• the ability to manage licensing and permitting processes efficiently
• the ability to understand, use and explain legislation and regulations
• knowledge and understanding of risk-based government regulatory systems
• the ability to analyse information and make judgements
• good general problem identification and solution skills and an eye for detail.
• excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to express technical material in plain English and to provide Ministers with accurate, clear and well-thought-through advice
• excellent relationship management skills
• initiative, drive, and the ability to manage a varied workload
• the ability to develop and maintain effective operational processes
• willingness to work on a variety of projects to develop and maintain the regulatory system and support wider New Zealand Space Agency work
• a tertiary qualification or relevant work experience

Other requirements

Must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.

About the team

The New Zealand Space Agency, part of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, is the lead Government agency for space policy, regulation and sector development. We have built a world-leading regulatory regime that provides for the space industry's safe and secure operation, while encouraging the industry to grow.

The Space Regulatory Systems Team supports rocket launches in New Zealand by regulating the world's first private orbital launch range operated by Rocket Lab.

Our team are friendly and supportive, and professional development will be on-going for the right candidate.
To find out more about all of the things we do please click here.

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

• Mahi Tahi - Better Together
• Maia - Bold and brave
• Pae Kahurangi - Build our Future
• Pono Me Te Tika - Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity - Hikina Whakatutuki - which broadly means `lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

E mohio ana a Hikina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kotuinga I waenganui i a ngai Maori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, a, kei te whai ia ki te whakau ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Ma te whai kiko o nga kotuinga ahungaroa o ngai wi, o ngai Maori, me etahi atu ropu Maori ki te Karauna, katutuki tenei. He ahuatanga nui tenei e ahei ai nga mahi whanaketanga a-ohanga, a-papori hoki ki a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui. E whai tonu ana matou ki te kotui atu ki nga iwi mo te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i nga kaupapakua roa nei e tami ana i a ngai Maori me Aotearoa whanui, a, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i nga aheinga kokiritanga ma nga iwi, me te tautoko i nga iwi kia whai mana ake ai enei aheinga.

Click here to view a position description. All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Email Matt Guy at matt.guy@mbie.govt.nz quoting ref MBIE/16787 if you have any further questions.

Applications close on 10th of March 2025