Product Owner - Core Systems
Summary
Product Owner at Taumata Arowai, New Zealand's Water Services Authority, leading the roadmap and backlog for the core digital platforms used in drinking-water and environmental regulation. Day to day: turning business needs into requirements, prioritising Agile delivery, and coordinating system enhancements with business and technology partners.
Salary: $105,065 - $116,739 - $134,250
Ko wai mātou | About us
The Water Services Authority - Taumata Arowai (the Authority) was established as a Crown Entity in 2021, following the outbreak of illness in the Havelock North community as a result of drinking contaminated water from the public water supply. The Authority oversees and regulates the safety and quality of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services across New Zealand. We do this on behalf of consumers and communities throughout New Zealand, so they can have confidence in the safety and quality of their drinking water and the impact on their environment.
If you’re a passionate and driven individual who shares our vision for making water safe everyday for everyone, then join us and be part of making a difference.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
As Product Owner – Core Systems, you’ll lead the ongoing development of the digital platforms that support regulatory delivery, translating business needs into practical, high-value improvements.
The Product Owner will
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Set the product vision, roadmap and priorities for core systems.
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Manage the backlog and translate business needs into clear requirements.
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Coordinate system enhancements from discovery through to implementation.
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Build strong relationships across business, technology and delivery partners
Innovation and creativity are key drivers in the way we work - our size requires us to be smart and agile.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
We are looking for someone who has
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Experienced in product ownership, business analysis and technology delivery.
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Skilled at translating complex needs into clear requirements and practical outcomes.
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Confident managing priorities, backlogs and delivery in Agile environments.
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A strong communicator who builds trusted relationships across diverse teams.
Analytical, adaptable and focused on delivering value and continuous improvement. To view the Position Description please visit our Talent Portal. To learn more about working at the Authority, please visit our Working Here page.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Click “apply” you will be redirected to our Talent Portal.
Rā Katinga | Applications close 23 October 2026.
You must have a legal right to work in New Zealand. .