Date: 13 Apr 2025
Location: Auckland Wide, NZ, 1010
Company: Auckland Council
- Empower agile teams to excel
- Champion collaboration and continuous improvement
- Full-time, role with real impact
- Hybrid working model
He angitūtanga: The opportunity At Auckland Council, we’re looking for a Scrum Master who’s passionate about leading agile teams and driving meaningful change. You'll play a vital role in guiding teams through Scrum practices, helping them overcome obstacles and deliver value in a dynamic environment. As a coach and mentor, you’ll promote agility, foster collaboration across teams, and challenge them to grow.
You'll also work closely with Product Owners to ensure the Product Backlog is prioritised and optimised for maximum impact. If you thrive on empowering teams and love finding new ways to deliver better results, this is the role for you.
What you'll do:
· Facilitate Scrum ceremonies and empower teams to self-manage.
· Coach teams in agile best practices and help them remove impediments.
· Collaborate with Product Owners to prioritise value delivery.
· Foster a culture of continuous improvement and agility.
· Navigate change, ensuring teams are flexible and adaptable.
He kōrero mōu: About you You’re an agile leader who thrives on collaboration and unlocking the potential in others. You know how to guide teams to excel, even in fast-paced environments. You bring:
· 5+ years’ Scrum Master experience, driving agile success.
· Agile certifications (SAFe preferred).
· Strong coaching, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
· Ability to adapt and lead through change.
You also embrace tikanga, with the ability to use basic te reo Māori in your communications. We value diverse perspectives.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
At Group Shared Services (a part of Auckland Council Group), we believe that diverse teams are key to driving innovation and achieving great outcomes. We actively support an inclusive and flexible working environment, where every individual’s unique contributions are valued. You’ll join a dynamic, forward-thinking team working to shape the future of our city.
· Competitive salary and benefits package.
· Long service leave and ongoing learning opportunities.
· Access to a range of discounts and lifestyle perks.
· A workplace that fosters diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for all.
If you’re ready to lead with empathy, inspire diverse teams, and make a lasting impact on Auckland’s future, apply now! #WorkingforAuckland
Applications close 27th April
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. If you have any specific support or access needs, let us know, and we’ll assist you throughout the recruitment process
