At Streamliners, we help build healthier communities by simplifying complex systems to ensure people get the care they need, when and where they need it. We bring the right people together to co-design solutions that are practical, equitable, effective and meet their evolving needs.
Our purpose is to improve health and wellbeing around the world. By supporting the successful implementation of the Streamliners solutions more people can benefit from connected systems, leading to more equitable health care experiences, reduced cost of care and consistency in population health delivery.
We use smart technology to deliver our content and services platform that strengthen the health, social care, and education sectors, as well as the communities they serve.
Based in Christchurch, we work with over 50 organisations across New Zealand, Australia, the UK, and Canada, supporting members to collaborate at regional, national, and international levels, such as through the well-established HealthPathways network.
Job Description
About the role | Ko te mahi nei
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), contributing directly to Streamliners strategy, performance, and long‑term sustainability.
This role leads the team that designs, delivers, and evolves its technology and information systems, with a strong focus on scalability, reliability, and security. A core priority is the responsible adoption and integration of AI across development, operations, and content delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
Setting and delivering a clear, future‑focused technology strategy aligned to organisational strategy and goals.
Leading and developing a high‑performing technology function.
Ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable technology services with minimal disruption.
Overseeing software development, data and analytics, infrastructure, and technical support in line with industry best practice.
Building effective partnerships with internal leaders, vendors, and technology partners.
Ensuring compliance with security, privacy, regulatory, and risk obligations.
Championing innovation while maintaining strong operational discipline.
The CTO has direct accountability for senior technology and delivery leaders and works closely with our content and engagement, services, growth, and operations teams to enable Streamliners success.
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What we offer
This is your chance to join an organisation with ambitions to connect health and social care systems internationally in a way that hasn’t been done before. We offer:
A central city location.
A purpose-driven, progressive organisation with a supportive, collaborative culture.
An environment that supports continuous learning, improvement, and thoughtful innovation.
Desired Skills and Experience
About you | Ko koe tēnei
You are a strategic, values‑led technology leader with deep technical expertise and strong people leadership capability.
You bring:
A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a technology‑related field, or equivalent experience.
Substantial experience leading complex technology functions, including software development, infrastructure, data, and security.
Strong understanding of AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics, with proven experience embedding these into practice.
Deep knowledge of modern architectures, agile delivery, security, and infrastructure options.
The ability to align diverse stakeholders, make sound decisions, and deliver outcomes in complex environments.
Excellent communication skills and a commitment to clarity and shared understanding.
High emotional intelligence, resilience, and the ability to lead calmly through change.
You are collaborative, adaptable, and outcome‑focused, with a genuine commitment to using technology to create meaningful, real‑world impact.
Our ideal candidate may not meet every requirement we have outlined. At Streamliners, diverse perspectives drive innovation and success, and we want to build teams that embrace a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
Additional information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero
If this sounds like the sort of role and organisation for you, then apply now! Please note, we will be processing applications as they come in, so early applications are encouraged.
We understand recruitment processes can be challenging, if you require any extra support or adjustments to help you participate, please reach out to us at recruitment@streamliners.com.
Applicants must possess the right to work in New Zealand and be a current resident.
