Policy Planner

Auckland Council; Auckland; Híbrido; NZD 91.000 - 107.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible working

Hybrid arrangements

Extra annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Auckland Council is seeking a Policy Planner to shape environment policy and planning outcomes across Auckland’s diverse environments. This hybrid role based in Auckland Central offers a competitive remuneration package and flexibility for working arrangements.

You will provide planning advice to elected members and stakeholders, work on national directions and plan changes, and contribute to the Auckland Unitary Plan review. A relevant degree and 2–3 years of planning experience are required.

Formación

• Degree qualification or higher plus 2–3 years of planning and resource management experience.
• Sound understanding of the Resource Management Act (RMA).
• Statutory planning background with experience in plan changes or plan reviews.

Responsabilidades

• Provide high‑quality planning advice to elected members, Mana Whenua, communities and other stakeholders.
• Work within project teams implementing national direction, submitting on legislation, and preparing council-initiated plan changes.
• Evaluate and monitor the Auckland Unitary Plan as part of the full policy cycle and contribute to its review.

Conocimientos

Relationship building

Customer service

Policy planning

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Descripción del empleo

• Policy Planner to help shape environment policy and planning outcomes
• Hybrid role based in Auckland Central with flexible working
• Salary will be $91,000 to $107,000 with KiwiSaver contribution on top

The Planning and Resource Consents department shapes policy and planning outcomes across Auckland’s urban, rural, and coastal environments. With the governments signalled RMA reforms, the gazetting of 21 new and amended national directions and the forthcoming review of the Auckland Unitary Plan there are both significant challenges and opportunities for these environment shaping responsibilities of policy planning in Auckland. To help meet thisAuckland Council hasa Policy Planner position availablewithin the Regional, North, West and Islands Planning Team.

As a Policy Planner, you will:

• Provide high-quality planning advice to elected members, Mana Whenua, communities, and other internal and external stakeholders
• Work within project teams implementing national direction, submitting on legislation, preparing council-initiated plan changes, and processing private plan changes and notices of requirement.
• Evaluate and monitor the Auckland Unitary Plan as part of full policy cycle planning and contribute as required to the forthcoming review of the Auckland Unitary Plan.

This role will require a strong focus on continuous improvement and the ability to deal with complex planning issues. With a passion for policy, statutory and spatial planning we are looking for a policy planner who has:

• A degree qualification or higher and at least 2-3 years of experience in planning and resource management
• A sound understanding of the Resource Management Act
• Statutory planning background and prior experience either preparing or reporting on plan changes or plan reviews
• Strong relationship building and customer service skills
• An appreciation of te ao Māori and experience with Auckland Council’s responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Auckland Council provides a flexible working environment together with a competitive remuneration package.

At Auckland Council, you will be part of a diverse and collaborative team that values expertise, innovation, and continuous learning. We know our people do their best work when they feel supported, challenged, and empowered to grow.

What we offer:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• The option to purchase an additional week of annual leave
• Access to excellent professional development, mentoring, and training opportunities
• A supportive team environment where knowledge sharing and collaboration are encouraged

Auckland Council is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible workplace where everyone feels they belong.

We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits HERE

If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us when submitting your application so we can assist you.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.