Senior Planner/Scheduler | Public Transport

Measurement Standards Laboratory; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

A public council in New Zealand is seeking a Senior Planner/Scheduler to enhance public transport across Canterbury. The ideal candidate will lead strategic planning initiatives and collaborate with various stakeholders, ensuring service reliability and customer satisfaction. Applicants should have over 5 years of experience in transport planning and possess excellent analytical skills. This permanent full-time role offers a competitive salary and the chance to contribute to sustainable transport solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in transport or public transport planning.
• Strong analytical and scheduling skills using specialised software.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and business case development.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and cultural capability.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic network reviews and service design improvements.
• Lead analysis of network performance and customer insights.
• Engage with operators, councils, iwi, and community stakeholders.
• Develop complex timetables and schedules aligned with strategic goals.
• Contribute to funding bids and investment cases.

Skills

Transport planning expertise

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Scheduling skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in transport planning or civil engineering

Tools

Specialised software for scheduling and planning

Job description

Introduction

• Lead network planning to improve service reliability and grow patronage
• Work for a council committed to environmental and cultural sustainability
• Enjoy flexible working and opportunities for professional development

Kaunihera Taiao ki Waitaha │ About Environment Canterbury

As a regional council, we are responsible for managing natural resources including air, soil, water and land. We work in partnership with mana whenua Ngāi Tahu to protect the health of our environment to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for our region.

The region’s evolving environmental and political context means we will continue to be agile and adaptive, as we respond to regulatory and environmental changes.

Our mahi (work) is organised around the delivery of our three core services:

• Public Transport
• Environmental Regulation and Protection
• Community Preparedness and Response to Hazards

Kōrero mō te Tūranga | About the Role

As a Senior Planner / Scheduler, you’ll play a key role in shaping the public transport network across Canterbury. You’ll lead strategic planning and design initiatives, using data-driven insights and specialised software to optimise services and improve customer experience. You’ll collaborate with internal teams, external stakeholders, and community groups to ensure our network reflects the needs of our growing region.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting strategic network reviews and service design improvements
• Leading analysis of network performance and customer insights
• Engaging with operators, councils, iwi, and community stakeholders
• Developing complex timetables and schedules aligned with strategic goals
• Contributing to funding bids and investment cases

Mōu │ About You

You’re a strategic thinker with a passion for public transport and community outcomes. You bring strong technical expertise in transport planning, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. You’re confident working with data, software tools, and diverse stakeholders to deliver meaningful change.

Mātau ā-Wheako | Experience

Ideally, you’ll have a tertiary qualification in transport planning, civil engineering, or a related field along with:

• 5+ years’ experience in transport or public transport planning
• Strong analytical and scheduling skills using specialised software
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and business case development
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and cultural capability

Ngā hua o te Mahi i te Kaunihera Taiao ki Waitaha | Working at Environment Canterbury

Our mahi is underpinned by our values:

• Kaitiakitanga (stewardship)
• Pononga (integrity)
• Manaakitanga (people first)
• Whanaungatanga (collaboration)
• Māiatanga (can do)

We understand and embrace a diverse workforce; this diversity will enable us to better serve our people, our community, and our greatest taonga, the environment. We value everyone’s contribution, diverse thinking, and skills.

Ko ētahi atu kōrero | Additional Information

Applications close on Wednesday, 15 October. Applications will be reviewed as we receive them, and interviews may take place before the close date. We reserve the right to close advertising early.

Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check. Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role.

Hours of work – Permanent Full time, 40 hours per week

Location - Based at Environment Canterbury Offices – 200 Tuam Street, Christchurch

Salary - The indicative salary range for the role is $87,491 to $108,078 per annum based on skills and experience. The specific salary will be discussed at interview stage.

Me mahi tahi tātou - Together we can