Advisor, Training

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Permanent, full-time Advisor, Training role with Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand in Wellington to strengthen aviation security capability through technical training. You’ll facilitate workshops, deliver accreditation courses and support AvSec Pacific Programme, with travel to Auckland and Christchurch as required. Key requirements include advanced presentation skills, ability to work with diverse cultures, strong collaboration with stakeholders, NZ Certificate Adult and Tertiary Teaching Level 4 or equivalent, solid aviation knowledge, and a NZ driver’s licence. Salary range $83,600 to $102,302. Apply by tailoring your letter to link your experience to the role and show transfer of learning, then apply online with CV and cover letter; early applications encouraged, questions to [email protected]. Applications close 30 June 2026.

• Facilitate technical training shaping aviation security capability
• Assess training needs and build targeted solutions
• Permanent position based in Wellington

About the role

As an Advisor, Training, you’ll be part of our Learning and Capability team who help shape the future of our workforce through the delivery and support of centrally based technical training activities.

This role collaborates closely with frontline management, On-Job Training and Training Support Team members.  You will enable the transfer of skills learned to the work environment for frontline operational employees through the development, delivery and management of technical-focused training courses and specialist training requirements.

You will bring strong facilitation experience and effective communication skills to deliver a range of technical training programmes and solutions, using a range of approaches to meet organisational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate workshops and Training Courses using a variety of strategies and tactics to promote learning transfer to the job before, during and after these interventions.
• Deliver appropriate basic training and refresher training courses that comply with Aviation Security Officer accreditation requirements.
• Assist as required with the delivery of approved training programmes for Pacific Island countries supported by the Aviation Security (AvSec) Pacific Project Training Programme
• Collaborate and communicate with People and Capability to support the recruitment and training of skilled, capable Aviation Security Officers
• Carry out training needs assessment and develop and deliver interventions to meet identified needs.

You will be required to travel to other locations to assist with essential training deliveries.  This will include facilitating Basic Training Courses at the Auckland and Christchurch AvSec Training Centres and assisting with other training at other airport locations as required.

The salary band for this role is $83,600 to $102,302. Starting salaries are based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, as well as internal relativities.

What You’ll Bring

This role would suit someone who has:

• Experience developing and delivering specialist training courses that meet required standards
• Advanced presentation skills
• The ability to work effectively with diverse cultures, along with a strong commitment to the principles of equal opportunity.
• Strong collaboration skills to build successful working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Minimum qualification New Zealand Certificate Adult and Tertiary Teaching Level 4 or equivalent
• Good level of demonstrated aviation knowledge and skills
• Full New Zealand Drivers Licence

For more information on the role please view the position description.

About us

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is New Zealand’s aviation safety and security regulator. We play a critical role in protecting the travelling public, supporting the aviation sector, and strengthening New Zealand’s international reputation.

Our vision is simple and powerful: A safe and secure aviation system – so people are safe, and feel safe when they fly.

Our values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Transparency, and Collaboration guide everything we do. We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to contribute.

Ready to Apply?

Apply directly by completing the online application form and submitting your CV and cover letter. Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the skills required for this role.

We want to ensure accessibility needs are well supported, so the recruitment process is fair and equitable for all. Please let us know if there is any support, we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is fully accessible to you.

If you have any questions about the role or application process, please contact the Recruitment team at [email protected]

Applications close: Tuesday 30 June 2026

Please be aware that we may start shortlisting as applications come in. We encourage early applications, as the advertisement may close sooner than stated.