Planning Support Officer at Central Otago District Council

Central Otago District Council; Alexandra; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Dog friendly workplace

Active social club

Learning and development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Wellbeing programme

Additional leave

Job summary

Central Otago District Council in Alexandra, NZ, is seeking a Planning Support Officer to provide administrative support to the Planning Team and Planning Support Team Leader. The role focuses on processing resource consent applications, hearings coordination, invoicing, and maintaining planning templates.

The position is full-time and on-site, with responsibilities spanning customer enquiries, public notifications, and district plan matters.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience in a professional office environment.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Customer-focused approach and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support throughout the resource consent process, including public and limited notifications.
• Assist customers with planning enquiries, property information requests, and district plan matters.
• Coordinate hearings administration, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and secretarial support.
• Process invoices, reconcile accounts, and raise purchase orders.
• Maintain and update planning templates and records.
• Support District Plan reviews, changes, and hearing processes.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Written and verbal communication

Organisational skills

Customer service

Job description

Apply for Planning Support Officer at Central Otago District Council in Alexandra, S, NZ. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Closing Date: 01/11/2026 Job Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Alexandra Job Category: Administration

Are you an organised administrator with exceptional customer service skills and a keen eye for detail? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? Join our Planning Team and play a vital role in supporting the growth and development of Central Otago.

As our Planning Support Officer, you will provide administrative support to the Planning Team and Planning Support Team Leader, helping ensure the smooth and efficient processing of resource consent applications and planning activities. You will coordinate governance and administrative functions for hearings and commissioner processes while delivering excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

Job Description

• Provide administrative support throughout the resource consent process, including public and limited notifications.


• Assist customers with planning enquiries, property information requests, and district plan matters.


• Coordinate hearings administration, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and secretarial support.


• Process invoices, reconcile accounts, and raise purchase orders.


• Maintain and update planning templates and records.


• Support District Plan reviews, changes, and hearing processes.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Previous administration experience in a professional office environment.


• Strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Strong organisational and time management skills.


• Customer-focused approach and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Dog friendly workplace


• An active social club


• Learning and development opportunities


• Supportive team culture


• Wellbeing programme


• Additional leave

About our Organisation

Here at Central Otago District Council, we are a team with a common goal – to make a meaningful impact on our community and shaping the future of this remarkable region. Joining CODC means more than just finding a new workplace; it’s about becoming a part of a network of forward-thinking individuals who are passionate about creating a positive and enjoyable work environment every day. As a values-based organisation, we centre our work on our whakataukī: ‘Me manaaki tētahi ki tētahi, me pakihiwitahi te tū – kia haere tahi ai tātou’ - Respect each other, stand shoulder to shoulder – So that we may travel on this journey together.