Strategic District Planning Lead - Hybrid + Relocation Support

Thames-Coromandel District Council; Thames; Hybrid; NZD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Thames-Coromandel District Council is seeking a Strategic and District Planning Team Leader to guide its resource management policy planning and district/spatial planning initiatives. Hybrid work model with three days in the office supports collaboration and culture.

The role requires seven years of planning or policy experience, a relevant tertiary qualification, and proven ability to lead policy and engagement across the district.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years’ experience in a planning or resource management policy-related position.
• Experience leading policy, district plan and spatial plan development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of planning specialists and deliver policy, land use and spatial planning initiatives across the district.
• Provide high-quality, timely advice on resource management and policy matters.
• Drive community and iwi engagement and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Policy leadership

Community engagement

Spatial planning

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Tertiary qualification in planning

Job description

Thames-Coromandel District Council is seeking a Strategic and District Planning Team Leader to guide its resource management policy planning and district/spatial planning initiatives. Hybrid work model with three days in the office supports collaboration and culture.

The role requires seven years of planning or policy experience, a relevant tertiary qualification, and proven ability to lead policy and engagement across the district.