Urban Consent Planner: Shape Wellington's Growth

Wellington City Council; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Flexible working options

Wellbeing support

Staff discounts

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Wellington City Council is seeking a Consent Planner to help deliver quality urban development while balancing community, environment, and future generations. You will work with applicants, developers, mana whenua, residents, and colleagues to navigate resource consent processes and support great outcomes for Pōneke.

This is an excellent opportunity for early-career planners to build expertise in a growing capital city, with exposure to diverse projects and collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Qualification in planning, resource management, surveying, or a related discipline.
• Up to two years' experience in planning, resource management, consenting, or a related field.
• Understands or is keen to develop knowledge of the Resource Management Act and associated legislation.
• Can build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Has strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Enjoys analysing information, solving problems, and making sound decisions.
• Brings a customer-focused approach and can explain planning processes clearly.

Responsibilities

• Manage a range of resource consent applications across land use and subdivision projects.
• Provide planning advice and assess development proposals.
• Prepare planning reports and recommendations.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure applications are processed efficiently within statutory timeframes.
• Support growth and development of Wellington as New Zealand's capital city.

Skills

Planning basics

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Planning or resource management degree

Job description

Wellington City Council is seeking a Consent Planner to help deliver quality urban development while balancing community, environment, and future generations. You will work with applicants, developers, mana whenua, residents, and colleagues to navigate resource consent processes and support great outcomes for Pōneke.

This is an excellent opportunity for early-career planners to build expertise in a growing capital city, with exposure to diverse projects and collaborative team culture.