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Product Manager
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Location

Waitematā

Type

full-time

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He angitūtanga: The opportunity
We are looking for a Product Manager – Technology to join our Digital and Service Design team on a permanent, full-time basis.In this role, you will be responsible for leading the Technology Agile Release Train (ART), providing product leadership across a complex technology landscape that includes networks, security, core enterprise platforms (SAP and Salesforce), integration, automation, infrastructure, cloud, and database services.You will bring a strong background in enterprise technology product management, operating within a scaled agile (SAFe) delivery model, and have proven experience translating organisational strategy into prioritised, outcome-focused technology roadmaps and backlogs.


We are looking for someone who has:
-Knowledge of enterprise technology platforms and services, including networking, security, cloud, infrastructure, core business platforms, and integration architectures

-Familiarity with frameworks such as SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), large technology platform change and operations,
-Experience with leading and operating within an Agile Release Train, including PI planning, backlog refinement, dependency management, and cross-team alignment
-An understanding of how to balance strategic initiatives, operational stability, and technical enablers in a large, complex organisation
-Ideally 8–12 years of experience with a background in technology delivery or product management within a large enterprise, government, or regulated industry
-Strong stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution skills, particularly when working across multiple business units, delivery teams, and senior leaders
-Experience in prioritising and managing a product backlog that is clearly aligned to business outcomes, value delivery, and organisational strategy

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
This is an excellent opportunity to apply your product leadership skills in a critical area of Auckland Council’s digital and technology services. You will work in a supportive and collaborative environment, with exposure to a wide range of technologies, delivery teams, and senior stakeholders across Council.You will also have access to Auckland Council’s employee benefits, including flexible working arrangements, ongoing learning and development opportunities, and a range of discounts through our employee benefits programme.

Other facts

Tech stack
Product Management,Agile Release Train,Stakeholder Engagement,Conflict Resolution,Backlog Management,Enterprise Technology,Scaled Agile Framework,Technology Delivery,Integration Architectures,Operational Stability,Strategic Initiatives,Cloud Services,Infrastructure,Networking,Security,Core Business Platforms

About Auckland Council

Auckland Council serves over 1.5 million Aucklanders providing services, policies and decision-making.

We’re here to serve Auckland and build a more prosperous region, one that gives a voice to our citizens, and makes it a great place to live, visit and invest.

Our talented people support Auckland’s elected representatives by providing specialist advice, implementing decisions and delivering services like rubbish and recycling, resource and building consents, bylaws, events and parks.

Our vision is to create a world-class city where talent wants to live. If you are interested in working for Auckland, visit our career website (careers.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz) or check our 'Jobs' and 'Life' tabs.

Auckland Transport, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, Watercare are independent council-controlled organisations that look after specific council assets or activities on our behalf.

Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Government Administration
Founding Year: 2010

What you'll do

  • Lead the Technology Agile Release Train and provide product leadership across a complex technology landscape. Translate organizational strategy into prioritized, outcome-focused technology roadmaps and backlogs.

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What does a Product Manager do at Auckland Council?

As a Product Manager at Auckland Council, you will: lead the Technology Agile Release Train and provide product leadership across a complex technology landscape. Translate organizational strategy into prioritized, outcome-focused technology roadmaps and backlogs..

Why join Auckland Council as a Product Manager?

Auckland Council is a leading Government Administration company.

Is the Product Manager position at Auckland Council remote?

The Product Manager position at Auckland Council is based in Waitematā, Auckland, New Zealand. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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