Development Planning Team Lead – Shape Growth

Waimakariri; Rangiora; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Waimakariri District Council in Rangiora seeks a Team Leader Development Planning to drive growth and shape long-term planning outcomes for a fast-growing district. The role leads private plan changes, Environment Court appeals, and the residential developer liaison programme, guiding the district's development strategy.

You will lead, mentor and support planners while building strong relationships with developers, elected members, mana whenua and stakeholders in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Relevant planning, resource management or related qualification.
• Significant planning experience, ideally within local government or consulting.
• Experience in development planning, private plan changes, plan implementation or consenting.
• Strong relationship management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead people, influence outcomes and navigate complex planning issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across development planning activities including private plan changes.
• Lead, mentor and support planning staff.
• Build strong relationships with developers, elected members, mana whenua and stakeholders.
• Help shape growth outcomes and deliver long-term planning objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship management

Planning expertise

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Planning qualification

Job description

Waimakariri District Council in Rangiora seeks a Team Leader Development Planning to drive growth and shape long-term planning outcomes for a fast-growing district. The role leads private plan changes, Environment Court appeals, and the residential developer liaison programme, guiding the district's development strategy.

You will lead, mentor and support planners while building strong relationships with developers, elected members, mana whenua and stakeholders in a collaborative,