Technical Director – Onshore Wind Planning (NZ)

SLR Consulting; Auckland; On-site; NZD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

SLR Consulting in New Zealand is creating a new Technical Director – Planning role focused on RMA project management and consent acquisition for onshore wind farms. You will lead delivery of wind farm projects and provide strategic planning advice grounded in sector experience.

As part of the role you will manage multi-disciplinary wind energy projects across New Zealand, collaborate with clients and internal teams, and help grow the planning practice within SLR.

Qualifications

• A professional qualification in resource management planning or other relevant degree.
• Obtained or working towards full NZPI membership.
• 20+ years' experience in planning and resource management.
• Proven track record in renewable energy, onshore wind projects, including Fast Track Approvals.
• Recognised as an industry expert within the resource management renewable energy sector.
• Proven track record of managing stakeholder engagement processes including mana whenua.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Experience as a mentor and coach that can support growth of staff at SLR.
• Demonstrated experience in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to support our client base.
• Effective communication with colleagues and clients.
• Strong time management skills with ability to manage multiple deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordination, proposal preparation and RMA-project management within the Planning practice for wind farm opportunities.
• Being a trusted advisor to clients on all aspects of the planning process, including Fast Track Approvals.
• Leading client engagements, acting as the primary relationship owner throughout project lifecycles.
• RMA-project management of onshore wind farm projects to meet time and budget across the consent lifecycle.
• Promoting a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing across SLR disciplines.
• Establishing strong working relationships with clients and professionals across SLR.
• Supporting business development to grow the practice and teams.
• Working with NZ Growth Director and Planning leaders to grow delivery and technical skills.
• Undertaking technical and peer reviews of reports; staying updated with industry trends.

Skills

Client relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Mentoring / coaching

Communication

Time management

Commercial acumen

Team collaboration

Education

Full NZPI membership

Resource management planning degree

Job description

SLR Consulting in New Zealand is creating a new Technical Director – Planning role focused on RMA project management and consent acquisition for onshore wind farms. You will lead delivery of wind farm projects and provide strategic planning advice grounded in sector experience.

As part of the role you will manage multi-disciplinary wind energy projects across New Zealand, collaborate with clients and internal teams, and help grow the planning practice within SLR.