Group Manager - Infrastructure, Planning and Regulatory (ELT) - Copy

Central Otago District Council; Alexandra; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Central Otago District Council is seeking a transformative leader as Group Manager - Infrastructure, Planning and Regulatory. This role is vital for shaping strategic outcomes and enhancing community wellbeing through effective service delivery and stakeholder engagement, offering a unique opportunity to influence and drive positive change in the community.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience across financial, legal, and administrative functions.
• Strategic thinker with a strong commitment to sustainability and community wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee effective management of the Infrastructure, Planning and Regulatory Group.
• Provide vision, leadership, and governance as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.
• Advise the Council on Local Government sector issues and ensure alignment with community needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

Emotional intelligence

Job description

Posted: 02/07/2025

Closing Date: 31/07/2025

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Alexandra

Job Category: Executive

Central Otago District Council is seeking an exceptional leader to join our Executive Leadership Team.

As Group Manager - Infrastructure, Planning and Regulatory, you will provide strategic oversight and operational excellence for a key department that plays a vital role in delivering outcomes for our communities.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will lead with vision and purpose, shaping the strategic direction of the Infrastructure, Planning and Regulatory Group and ensuring the effective delivery of core services and functions. This role is pivotal in driving innovation, fostering a high-performance culture, aligning departmental initiatives with the broader aspirations of our communities.

As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will collaborate across the organisation to champion contemporary practices, enhance stakeholder engagement, and contribute to integrated planning and decision making. Your leadership will be instrumental in achieving a thriving economy, a sustainable environment and a connected community.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a department with a clear mandate to enhance community well-being. You will work alongside executive colleagues to think strategically, act decisively and deliver lasting, positive impacts for Central Otago.

Job Description

The Group Manager - Infrastructure, Planning and Regulatory will:

• Provide vision, leadership and governance which contributes to Council’s strategic direction as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.
• Oversee the effective management of the Infrastructure, Planning and Regulatory Group and its functions to ensure resources are allocated and utilised to achieve optimal efficiency and effectiveness.
• Contribute to the leadership and strategic direction of Central Otago District Council as a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT).
• Understand relevant legislation, fully informed to advise the Council on Local Government sector issues.
• Implement the vision and direction of the Council on behalf of the communities it serves, focusing on:
• Regulatory and Planning Services
• Infrastructure – roading, waste management and engineering services.
• Provide information, advice and support to the elected Council members, attending Council and Community Board meetings, briefings, workshops and forums as required.
  

Desired Skills And Experience

Key Attributes:

• Be an effective and persuasive communicator, able to communicate the Infrastructure, Planning and Regulatory Group’s vision and goals clearly and consistently to a range of stakeholders.
• Have proven leadership experience across a range of activities related to the Council’s functions, including financial, legal, employee management, administrative and technical.
• Have strong relationship management, collaborative and influencing skills, with high levels of emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
• Strategic thinker with a strong commitment to sustainability and community wellbeing.
  
  

Apply Now

If you’re interested in learning more about what the role involves, please review the position description. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role in confidence, please contact Louise Fleck on 021 337 780.

Job Description Group Manager - Infrastructure, Planning And Regulatory

Applications close Thursday 31 July 2025.