Radio Spectrum Investigator

New Zealand Government

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

Work in a rapidly developing field that is critical to New Zealand's economic development
Manage your own work and schedule
Opportunity to travel and work with a range of people
Adaptable and thrives in fast-paced ever-changing environments
Is solutions focused rather than problem focused
You'll be supported to grow and develop
Permanent role based in Hamilton
Salary range: $85,537-$101,911 + KiwiSaver + Wellness Benefits

Tenei turanga - About the Role

Radio Spectrum Management (RSM) is responsible for the allocation, regulation and compliance monitoring of radio spectrum use within New Zealand.

This covers many services, including but not limited to, TV, AM/FM radio broadcasting, cellular mobile, satellite earth stations, trunked land mobile, maritime, aeronautical and short-range devices.

This is a permanent position based in Hamilton.

We're currently looking for someone to join us as a Radio Spectrum Investigator in the Radio Spectrum Management (RSM) team.

In this role you will be responsible for conducting audits to ensure compliance in radiocommunications equipment and products, carrying out investigations into radio interference to safety of life, commercial and broadcast services and enforcing compliance with the Radiocommunications Act and Regulations.

Nga pukenga me nga wheako e hiahiatia ana -

Skills and Experience Required

In addition to a tertiary qualification (or equivalent experience), preferably in electronics, engineering or a related technical discipline you will have:
Strong communication skills and the ability to quickly establish and build strong working relationships
Knowledge of broadcasting, telecommunications, power reticulation systems and radiocommunication systems
Good analytical thinking ability and strong problem-solving ability
Must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand

Etahi korero mo MBIE - About MBIE

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.

When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role.

All applications must be submitted via our online process.

We can't wait to hear from you!

Email Sarah Hutcheson at ***email_hidden*** quoting ref MBIE/19583 if you have any further questions.

Applications close on Friday 5 June 2026.