Intermediate/Senior Transportation Planner or Engineer (Land Development)

Want to influence the planning of new developments in New Zealand? Do it with us.

Hi! We’re Abley and we’ve been looking for you. We’re a company that walks the talk – quite literally. We don’t just plan and design healthy street environments, we walk, cycle and scooter to work and for recreation – recognising the action we need to take for the climate, our communities and the environment. We do our bit to get people between a and b safely too – developing road safety strategies and guidance for the industry, as well as designing safer streets. We’re big picture thinkers who consider environmental, economic and personal wellbeing outcomes in everything we do.

About the role

Land development is an important part of the work we do at Abley, and we are looking for a transportation planner or engineer to join our Christchurch or Auckland team. You will have the opportunity to influence developments in their early planning stages to ensure we have safe transport networks, including better walking and cycling facilities.

We are looking for people that are up for a challenge, love being a part of a team and are keen to support others to thrive in a growing industry. We’re looking for go-getters with:

• A proven track record nailing transport project delivery in New Zealand;
• Knowledge and understanding of Resource Management Act and District Plan development and application;
• An infectious passion for contributing to improving transport outcomes;
• Enthusiasm for fostering talent in the industry.

Our Land Development team specialise in providing transportation planning and engineering services to private sector developers, corporates, as well as regulatory authorities. The team have a strong understanding of the Resource Management Act, District Plan development and application, as well as parking, street and subdivision design practices.

This is preferably a full-time role, based in either our central Christchurch or Auckland office.

About you

Choosing the right person isn’t simply about results. It’s about values, relationships and the ability to bring that x-factor. So, let’s make sure you’re the right person for us. You’ll be:

• An experienced transportation professional – you’ll have 2-8 years’ relevant land development experience. You’ll be passionate about all things ‘transportation’ and your background will align with the work we do. New Zealand experience is essential.
• Able to deliver results – you’ll need a successful track record in both winning and delivering quality work.
• Full of positive energy – you will have a proactive ‘can-do’ attitude and bring your ‘glass half-full’ attitude to work.
• A brilliant communicator – you’ll be chatting to people in-person, via email or video conferencing, and in meetings. Your charisma will inspire your team. You are prepared to challenge colleagues on technical ideas.
• A builder of strong relationships – you’ll be connecting to people in-person, via email or video conferencing, and in meetings. You’ll be approachable and able to foster positive relationships.
• Qualifications – you will have an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in engineering, planning, data science or a related field e.g. BEng, BSc or BPlan.

What we offer

At Abley, we’re serious about nurturing diverse talent. We’re passionate about what we do and we’re proud that our team believe Abley is a great place to work. We offer a broad salary-benefits package:

• Competitive salary – salary will reflect the skills you bring and the advantage you offer. We are a gender pay neutral organisation.
• Flexible working arrangements – to help you achieve a healthy life-work balance.
• Learning and development program – we are a tight-knit bunch and support each other to fast-track the career growth of everyone on our team.
• Wellbeing program – including financial wellness package, fresh fruit and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Enhanced leave benefits.
• Professional memberships.
• Social activities – we enjoy many fantastic social occasions together, provide fresh baking on Wednesdays and monthly lunches.
• Centrally located offices – public transport is only a hop, skip and a jump away. If you’re a cyclist (like many of the Abley team) we also have great cycling facilities too.

About us

At Abley we have several industry 'firsts' under our belt thanks to our team’s unrivalled abilities in spatial and data intelligence, software development, transportation planning and engineering.

We are proud to be leading the way on projects in New Zealand, Australia and further afield. Taking our deep knowledge in sustainable transport and road safety projects and applying our innovative data and digital engineering expertise, we are leading the way on many fronts. To read more about the work we do and the kinds of exciting projects you could be driving, please go to our website (www.abley.com).

Does this sound like you?

If you’re reading this ad and nodding along then we want to hear from you!

Please submit your application online (CV and cover letter please). If you have some work samples you would like to share with us, please also attach these. We would love to get a peek of the great work you have done in the past.

Only those currently resident and eligible to work in New Zealand should apply.

If you would like more information on this role, please contact [email protected].

Applications close Sunday 6 September 2026.