Coordinator, Aviation Safety Oversight

Be part of our supportive team and contribute to strengthening aviation safety.

• Location: Wellington – Datacom Centre
• Salary: $65,340 – $79,560 per annum
• Opportunities: 1x full-time permanent role and 1x fixed-term role through to October 2026

About the Role:

We have two exciting Coordinator opportunities available in our Aviation Safety Oversight team - x1 permanent full-time role and x1 fixed-term opportunity through to October 2026 covering parental leave.

You’ll play a key role in supporting the smooth delivery of aviation regulatory processes, including the issue, renewal, and amendment of aviation documents. Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you’ll manage records, complete quality checks, and coordinate schedules to keep everything running efficiently.

In this role you will gain hands-on experience with modern digital tools and technologies, building capability in digital enablement, data-driven decision-making, and collaborative ways of working that drive continuous improvement.

Whether you’re looking to build experience in a regulatory environment, join a collaborative and purpose-driven team, or develop transferable skills for your next career step, this role offers a great platform to grow.

The starting salary is between $65,340 and $79,560 pa.  Starting salaries are to be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, as well as internal relativities. 

What We’re Looking For:  

You’re highly organised, detail-focused, and enjoy keeping things on track. You’re comfortable working with a wide range of internal teams and engaging with participants across the sector, and you build effective working relationships with ease.

Strong communication and coordination skills will see you succeed in this role, particularly if you bring experience from a compliance, regulatory, or similarly structured environment.

You’ll bring:  

• Experience in administration or coordination roles, with strong preference for backgrounds in regulatory, public sector, or compliance-driven settings.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills. 

• Strong written and verbal communication.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. 

• Discretion in handling sensitive information.

• A proactive, improvement-focused mindset.

About us

At the Civil Aviation Authority, we don’t just keep New Zealand’s skies safe and secure, we help shape the future of aviation.


As the industry evolves, so do we, through innovative technology, new ways of working, and a team of people who are passionate about what they do. We are building a forward-thinking, modern CAA and are looking for people who want their work to matter, thrive on challenge, value collaboration, and want to make a positive impact every day.

If you’re ready to grow your career while helping keep one of New Zealand’s most vital sectors safe and secure, this is your opportunity.

How to apply: 

Ready to bring your skills to a role with real impact? 

Apply online with your CV and a tailored cover letter that tells us why you're a great fit. Your cover letter is an important part of our process-so don’t hold back. 

We’re happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help. 

For more information on the role please view the position description or contact the Recruitment team at recruitment@caa.govt.nz 

Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications

Applications close: Wednesday 21st Jan 2026.