Public Land Use Strategist – Shape Community Spaces

Auckland Council Group; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Employee benefits

Discounts

Job summary

Auckland Council's Land Use team is seeking a Land Use Advisor to shape how land and public spaces are used, protected and enhanced. You will apply planning, property or statutory expertise to complex land use matters, advise on legislation including the Resource Management Act, Reserves Act and Local Government Act, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to balance outcomes for communities and assets.

This permanent full-time role requires building trusted relationships across the

Qualifications

• You may come from planning, property, legal or related statutory advisory background with a relevant tertiary qualification.
• You have at least three years' experience applying legislation such as NZ RMA, Reserves Act, Local Government Act or Public Works Act.
• You can provide clear, practical advice and build productive relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assess land use requests, landowner approvals, easements and affected party approvals.
• Provide specialist advice on the Resource Management Act, Reserves Act and Local Government Act.
• Research land history and prepare high-quality technical advice and reports.
• Partner with Council departments and external organisations to achieve practical land use outcomes.
• Build strong relationships while navigating Auckland Council's political environment.
• Act as a trusted advisor by providing practical, risk-based land use guidance.

Skills

Town planning

Property

Legal

Regulatory advisory

Education

Related tertiary qualification

Job description

Auckland Council's Land Use team is seeking a Land Use Advisor to shape how land and public spaces are used, protected and enhanced. You will apply planning, property or statutory expertise to complex land use matters, advise on legislation including the Resource Management Act, Reserves Act and Local Government Act, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to balance outcomes for communities and assets.

This permanent full-time role requires building trusted relationships across the