Intermediate Planner - RMA Consents, Shape the District

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

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.