Intermediate Planner - Rma Consents

Whangarei District Council; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Whangārei District Council in Whangārei, New Zealand, seeks an experienced Intermediate Planner - RMA Consents to join our team and advance your career. You will handle a diverse range of consent applications with a good level of autonomy and support Senior Planners on complex cases.

You will provide peer reviews, advise applicants and consultants, and help improve planning processes as part of a collaborative team. A recognised planning qualification and NZPI eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• A recognised tertiary qualification in Resource Management Planning
• A minimum of four years' post‑graduate planning experience
• Eligibility for full NZPI membership
• A solid understanding of the RMA and other relevant legislation

Responsibilities

• Process a variety of consent applications ranging from straightforward to moderately complex.
• Provide peer support to less experienced planners and contribute to peer reviews.
• Act as a trusted advisor to applicants, consultants and Council staff.
• Help identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen service delivery.

Skills

Independent

Communication skills

Risk awareness

Team player

Education

Resource Management Planning qualification

NZPI eligibility

Job description

Whangarei, New Zealand
Reference: 6943604

Are you an experienced Planner looking to take the next step in your career?

If you're looking for a role where you can continue to build your technical expertise, tackle a diverse range of resource consent applications, and play a meaningful part in shaping the future of Whangārei, this could be exactly the opportunity you've been waiting for.

About the role

As an Intermediate Planner - RMA Consents, you'll work with a good level of autonomy, processing a variety of consent applications ranging from straightforward through to moderately complex. There will be plenty to challenge and develop you, including opportunities to support Senior Planners on complex applications and major development proposals.

You'll provide peer support to less experienced planners, contribute to quality decision‑making through peer reviews, and act as a trusted advisor to applicants, consultants and Council staff. Along the way, you'll help identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen the way we deliver planning services.

About you

You're an experienced RMA Consents Planner who enjoys working independently while recognising when to seek advice or elevate issues. You bring a thoughtful and solutions‑focused approach, sound judgement, and a strong understanding of risk.

You'll be a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and the confidence to navigate planning matters of increasing complexity. You will also have:

• A recognised tertiary qualification in Resource Management Planning
• A minimum of four years' post‑graduate planning experience
• Eligibility for full NZPI membership
• A solid understanding of the RMA and other relevant legislation

What we offer

At Whangārei District Council, we're helping shape a district where people and communities can thrive. Working with us, you’ll enjoy:

• Meaningful work - play a part in shaping development outcomes and the future of our district.
• A supportive team environment - work alongside knowledgeable professionals who are passionate about what they do and committed to helping each other succeed.
• Lifestyle balance - enjoy everything Northland has to offer, from stunning beaches and outdoor adventures to a strong sense of community & connection.

While we are ideally seeking an Intermediate Planner, we are also open to applications from planners with 1-2 years' experience who are able to hit the ground running. Depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant, an appointment may be made at either Planner or Intermediate Planner level.