Nico Smit

Nico Smit is an experienced professional in ICT and digital transformation, currently serving as the Acting National Manager Investment & Portfolio and Head of ICT Delivery at Fire and Emergency NZ since October 2022. Prior to this role, Nico held positions including General Manager & Technical Director at Hexagon Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial, and Manager of Digital Transformation & Business Enablement at the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade, where responsibilities included leading large ICT programs and driving cloud transformation initiatives. Additional experience includes leadership roles at Crown Law and New Zealand Treasury, where Nico managed technology teams and service delivery. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Systems and Technology from Victoria University of Wellington and a Diploma in Network Administration from WelTec.