Policy, Planning & Regulation (Government & Defence)
Full time
Southland is more than a location; it's a place of opportunity. As a Southland resident, you can choose a lifestyle that works for you. Be it rural, city or anything in between, the options are endless. We have some of the most affordable real estate in the country. Your down time will see you engaging with options for a plethora of recreational pursuits: hiking in breathtaking landscapes, enjoying lakes or beaches, leveraging world-class sports facilities or immersing yourself in a vibrant cultural scene marked by festivals, events, and activities or simply listening to the bird song! This multifaceted environment, complemented by diverse industries and superior educational options, empowers you to optimise your professional pursuits while savouring life's finer moments.
The brevity of your commutes, whether to work or your child's school event, or an enriching experience at any of the acclaimed cafes, galleries or parks, underscores the unmatched convenience. Moreover, in a mere two hours, you can transition from the slopes of a ski resort to the heart of lush wilderness or the attractions of a larger metropolis. This district is a true jewel in the crown of Aotearoa, New Zealand – join us in paradise!
With assets including Fiordland National Park and Stewart Island, Council not only encompasses the management and improvement of physical assets such as roads, bridges, water supply, cemeteries and parks but also the Southland communities' social, economic, cultural and environmental wellbeing.
Our 200+ staff are diverse in their backgrounds, skillset and location, spread across three Invercargill offices (Forth Street, 20 and 42 Don Street) and seven area offices situated at Riverton, Otautau, Te Anau, Winton, Oban, Lumsden and Wyndham.
Southland District Council offers scope for a rewarding and interesting career in local government under excellent working conditions.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced manager, with proven expertise in resource management and planning. The consents team is responsible for processing resource management applications in compliance with associated legislation including the RMA. This role is responsible for ensuring effective strategic leadership and development of the consenting team, implementing best practice solutions to improve our services, and ensuring Council meets its statutory timeframes and legal obligations.
Your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Lead Council's resource management planning strategy, ensuring alignment with Council's strategic objectives
Development of an engaged, empowered and high-performing team
Provide expert strategic advice on resource management matters
Ensure the effective financial management of resource management activities
Present evidence and recommendations at hearings
Effectively prioritise work (including the management of consultants) to ensure that consents are processed within statutory timeframes
Process complex resource consent applications and liaise and negotiate with applicants and submitters, mediate and conduct pre-hearing meetings
To be successful in this role you will:
Have an appropriate tertiary qualification in planning, resource management or environmental management
Ideally be a full member of NZPI
Proven people leadership and management skills, with a drive to develop and coach others
Experience in a local government environment within a resource management context
Excellent communication skills and proven ability to establish credible and constructive working relationships
Well-developed conflict resolution skills with advanced skills in mediating and negotiating
What's in it for you?
This is a newly created position and an opportunity to make the role your own.
We recognise that staff are our most valuable asset. We believe in supporting them in their training and development, having competitive remuneration packages which are benchmarked against market rates, and an environment which enables personal growth.
We're also a flexible workplace that believes in work/life balance. We offer flexible and hybrid working models.
If you're up for the challenge then please follow the link to download a job description and apply online today.
Applications processed as they are received - don't delay - apply today!
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