Strategic Environmental Planning Manager

Western Bay of Plenty District Council; Greerton; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Subsidised medical insurance

Flexible work arrangements and pet‑frI

Learning and development opportunities

Wellbeing resources and workplace peer

Relocation assistance

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is seeking a dynamic leader to head the Strategy and Community Leadership Team, guiding environmental policy, planning and monitoring as the district grows. With a tertiary qualification and at least five years in local government or a similar setting, you will lead a team of eight and drive strategic reform, including land use planning.

The role involves extensive stakeholder engagement, Te Tiriti understanding, and delivering high-quality,

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in planning, policy or resource management.
• Minimum five years’ professional experience in local government or a similarly complex operating environment.
• Solid understanding of local government legislative framework and Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills for councils and public meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead an eight-person team delivering environmental policy, planning and monitoring activities.
• Oversee District Plan reviews and spatial planning exercises to inform development.
• Provide advice and support for plan implementation and reform initiatives.
• Engage with tangata whenua and communities to reflect local voice in regional planning and the Land Use Plan replacement.
• Manage large, complex projects with strategic impact.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in planning, policy or resource management

Job description

Western Bay of Plenty District Council is seeking a dynamic leader to head the Strategy and Community Leadership Team, guiding environmental policy, planning and monitoring as the district grows. With a tertiary qualification and at least five years in local government or a similar setting, you will lead a team of eight and drive strategic reform, including land use planning.

The role involves extensive stakeholder engagement, Te Tiriti understanding, and delivering high-quality,