Planning Officer

Clutha District Council; Balclutha; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clutha District Council is seeking a motivated Planning Officer to join our Planning Team in the Regulatory Services Department. You will process simple applications for resource consents and provide regulatory advice to internal and external stakeholders.

You will work in an inclusive team environment to help deliver growth-minded planning services for the Clutha District, with a strong focus on customer service and collaboration within the community.

Qualifications

• Has a Level 5 Diploma in a related field or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a relevant field.
• Is able to interpret, analyse and present information to explain technical information clearly to meet customers and stakeholders needs.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and capable of working independently.
• Is committed to providing high-quality customer service in response to enquires.

Responsibilities

• Process simple applications for resource consents
• Carry out administrative processing of planning, compliance and other regulatory applications as required
• Provide technical planning and regulatory advice to internal and external stakeholders in response to enquires
• Be part of an inclusive team environment to help deliver growth minded planning services for the Clutha District.

Skills

Regulatory planning

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Level 5 Diploma in related field

Job description

Do you want to support the Clutha District and help grow and develop the area for future generations? We’re looking for a motivated Planning Officer to join our Planning Team in our Regulatory Services Department.

In this role, you will:

• Process simple applications for resource consents
• Carry out administrative processing of planning, compliance and other regulatory applications as required
• Provide technical planning and regulatory advice to internal and external stakeholders in response to enquires
• Be part of an inclusive team environment to help deliver growth minded planning services for the Clutha District.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a Level 5 Diploma in a related field or equivalent experience
• At least 2 years’ experience in a relevant field
• Is able to interpret, analyse and present information to explain technical information clearly to meet customers and stakeholders needs
• Enjoys working as part of a team and capable of working independently
• Is committed to providing high-quality customer service in response to enquires

Why join us?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community
• Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration
• Great work life balance

If this sounds like the role for you, join us and play a key role in helping deliver great regulatory services for the Clutha District.

For further information about the role, please view the full job description via the following link: Planning Officer - Vacancy Pack