Planning Consultant

Fluid Recruitment Limited; Devonport-Takapuna; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Auckland is seeking a Planning Consultant to manage resource consent processes. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in planning, 2+ years of resource management experience, and excellent communication skills. This role offers flexible working options with strong team collaboration culture. Interested candidates should contact Ben Sewell at Fluid Recruitment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in resource management practice.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Sound understanding of planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports and manage resource consent processes.
• Work directly with clients and councils for project progression.
• Identify and implement improvements to work processes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of Resource Management Act (RMA)

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or related field

NZPI membership

Job description

Fluid Recruitment is proud to partner with a well-regarded planning consultancy looking to expand its Auckland-based team. With a proven reputation for navigating the resource consent process efficiently and effectively, this close-knit group is seeking a Planning Consultant to help manage a growing workload of development projects.

You'll be joining a smaller team, meaning greater exposure to the full planning process, more direct client interaction, and opportunities to contribute ideas that shape how the team operates. Specialising in residential developments ranging from single lot to large-scale subdivisions. Collaboration and communication are central to their culture, and flexible working arrangements are available, with a preference for team members to be in the office to maintain a supportive and social environment.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in planning or a related field (NZPI membership desirable)
• Minimum 2 years' experience in resource management practice
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills along with an ability to communicate effectively with relevant stakeholders
• Sound understanding of the Resource Management Act (RMA) and planning processes

Responsibilities

As a Planning Consultant, you'll be responsible for preparing reports and managing the end-to-end resource consent process, from client onboarding through to decision. Working mainly

You will work directly with clients, councils, and other professionals, ensuring smooth progress and clear communication at every stage. In a smaller team, you'll enjoy the variety of working on different project types and the satisfaction of seeing your input directly influence successful outcomes.

• Manage and deliver a diverse range of resource consent applications
• Client focused with a focus on meeting project timeframes
• Flexible working options
• Identify and implement improvements to work processes
• Support and learn from senior planners, with opportunities to mentor others as you grow

If you are interested, please apply through Seek, or if you would like a confidential discussion in regard to this position, please call Ben Sewell or email any queries.

Ben Sewell

[e-mail]

027 950 9297

Recruitment Consultant

Fluid Recruitment

www.fluidrecruitment.co.nz